Dams in Lawrence County, Missouri
7Total Dams
0High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Lawrence County, Missouri
Lawrence County has 7 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams.
The average dam in Lawrence County is 60 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Southwest Research Center Dam at 21 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Research Center Dam | Low | Not Rated | 21 | Irrigation | 1970 |
| Mendenhall Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Recreation | |
| Faucetts Point Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 18 | Recreation | 1973 |
| Pyle Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 15 | Recreation | 1970 |
| Harlan Stump Dam | Low | Not Rated | 15 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1968 |
| Poirot Lake Dam/(shallow) | Low | Not Rated | 12 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1957 |
| Poirot Farms Inc Dam | Low | Not Rated | 10 | Irrigation | 1955 |