Gladstone Lake Dam

SLACKS BRANCH· Boone, Missouri· Built 1986· Earth· 37 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length875 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Surface Area7 acres
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDMO41021

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

ROBERT & JULIE GLADSTONE PHILP& HEATHER FIGUEIREDO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.