Gladstone Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gladstone Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 875 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | MO41021 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ROBERT & JULIE GLADSTONE PHILP& HEATHER FIGUEIREDO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gladstone Lake Dam?
Gladstone Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Gladstone Lake Dam?
Gladstone Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT & JULIE GLADSTONE PHILP& HEATHER FIGUEIREDO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gladstone Lake Dam built?
Gladstone Lake Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Gladstone Lake Dam?
Gladstone Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gladstone Lake Dam?
Gladstone Lake 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.