Alber Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Alber Lake Dam, located in WAYLAND, Missouri, stands as a testament to engineering excellence and serves as a vital resource for the local community.


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Summary

Built in 1966, this private-owned Earth dam primarily caters to recreational purposes, offering a serene oasis for water enthusiasts amidst the TR-FOX RIVER. With a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 27 acre-feet, Alber Lake Dam provides a picturesque setting spanning 2 acres with a drainage area of 16 square miles.

Despite its low hazard potential, Alber Lake Dam's structural integrity remains unassessed, marked as "Not Rated" in the condition assessment. While it may not attract the same level of public attention as larger dams, its significance in providing recreational opportunities and local water resource management cannot be understated. Situated in the Kansas City District, the dam is devoid of federal regulation and oversight, highlighting the importance of private stewardship in maintaining the safety and functionality of such critical infrastructure.

As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Alber Lake Dam become increasingly crucial. While it may not be subject to frequent inspections or regulatory scrutiny, proactive measures to assess its condition and bolster emergency preparedness are essential to ensure the long-term sustainability and safety of this local landmark for generations to come.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-FOX RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Drainage Area

16

Nid Storage

27

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.