Zander Lake Dam

SCRATCHERS BRANCH· Montgomery, Missouri· Built 1968· Earth· 18 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Zander Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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	18 ft (taller than 5.3% in MO)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	96 acre-ft
Normal Storage	59 acre-ft

Surface Area	10 acres
Drainage Area	125 sq mi
Year Completed	1968 (58 years old)
NID ID	MO10593

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

Last Inspection: June 6, 1980

State Regulated: No

Ownership

RICHARD ZANDER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Zander Lake Dam?

Zander 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 Zander Lake Dam?

Zander Lake Dam is owned by RICHARD ZANDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Zander Lake Dam built?

Zander Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Zander Lake Dam?

Zander 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 Zander Lake Dam?

Zander Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Zander Lake Dam last inspected?

Zander Lake Dam was last inspected on June 6, 1980. 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.