Mistler Lake Dam

TR-RER OAK CREEK· Gasconade, Missouri· Built 1977· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Mistler Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage134 acre-ft
Normal Storage83 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area280 sq mi
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDMO31636

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LEONARD MISTLER

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mistler Lake Dam?

Mistler 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 Mistler Lake Dam?

Mistler Lake Dam is owned by LEONARD MISTLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mistler Lake Dam built?

Mistler Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Mistler Lake Dam?

Mistler Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mistler Lake Dam?

Mistler Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.