Notable Dams & Reservoirs
This list features ten dams and reservoirs located in Missouri, showcasing a range of regional water management structures. These include earthen and concrete dams associated with lakes and watersheds that support flood control, water storage, and local ecosystems. The collection highlights functional infrastructure embedded within natural landscapes, important for understanding local hydrology and engineering approaches.
Dorman Lake Dam;Dorman Lake
Earthen dam forming Dorman Lake, used for water retention and local flood management.
Number 615 Dam
Concrete or earthen dam designated as Number 615 within regional water control projects.
Byler Lake Dam
Dam impounding Byler Lake, part of watershed management in southeastern Missouri.
Alter Dam
Dam associated with Alter Lake, contributing to local reservoir capacity.
Fourche Creek Watershed Number 13 Dam
Part of Fourche Creek watershed system, serving flood control and water retention functions.
Fourche Creek Watershed Number 12 Dam
Adjacent to Fourche Creek Watershed Number 13 Dam, supporting watershed flood mitigation.
Smith Lake Dam
Dam impounding Smith Lake, serving as a reservoir within regional water management.
Hilltop Fishing Lake Dam
Dam forming Hilltop Fishing Lake, used for recreational fishing and water storage.
Shaw Lake Dam
Dam creating Shaw Lake, part of local water management infrastructure.
S Jones Lake Dam
Dam forming S Jones Lake, contributing to regional flood control and reservoir capacity.
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