Dams in McDonald County, Missouri
3Total Dams
1High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in McDonald County, Missouri
McDonald County has 3 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in McDonald County is 60 years old. The most common purpose is irrigation. The tallest dam is Fisher Lake Dam at 41 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest City Rc&d Structure E-1 | High | Not Rated | 30 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1970 |
| Fisher Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 41 | Irrigation | 1967 |
| Keaton Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 32 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1960 |