Glover Spring Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Glover Spring Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 88.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 618 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 373 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2016 |
| NID ID | MO10736 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
GLOVER SPRG LAK HOM ASS.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glover Spring Lake Dam?
Glover Spring Lake 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 Glover Spring Lake Dam?
Glover Spring Lake Dam is owned by GLOVER SPRG LAK HOM ASS. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glover Spring Lake Dam built?
Glover Spring Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Glover Spring Lake Dam?
Glover Spring 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 Glover Spring Lake Dam?
Glover Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Glover Spring Lake Dam last inspected?
Glover Spring Lake Dam was last inspected on August 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.