Gander Dam

TR-NORTH RIVER· Shelby, Missouri· Built 1994· Earth· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Grade Stabilization Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Gander Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO)
Dam Length317 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage28 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
Year Completed1994 (32 years old)
NID IDMO50637

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 3, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gander Dam?

Gander Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Gander Dam?

Gander Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gander Dam built?

Gander Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Gander Dam?

Gander Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Gander Dam?

Gander Dam has a dam height of 37 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Gander Dam last inspected?

Gander Dam was last inspected on July 3, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.