Geisendorfer Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Luttrell Farms Dam Hamlin Dam
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Geisendorfer Lake Dam, located in Lewis County, Missouri, is a private earth dam completed in 1975 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
With a height of 23 feet and a storage capacity of 98 acre-feet, the dam serves a drainage area of 70 acres along the Middle Fabius River. Despite being categorized as having low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for condition assessment.
The dam also serves purposes such as fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation, making it a versatile resource for the local community. Owned privately, the dam is not regulated by the state or federal agencies. Its location in MAYWOOD, Missouri, along with its low hazard potential and storage capacity of 98 acre-feet, makes Geisendorfer Lake Dam an essential asset for irrigation and water resource management in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam represents a key infrastructure supporting sustainable water use in the area.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MIDDLE FABIUS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
70 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wyaconda River Above Canton
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13cfs |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |
Bear Creek Near Marcelline
|
5cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
19cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
|
1620cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Geisendorfer Lake Dam