Wayland Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bailey Lake Dam Angel Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Wayland Lake Dam, located in Mcbaine, Missouri, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock management, and as a small fish pond, making it a valuable resource for the community.
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Summary
This private dam has a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area. While the dam has a low hazard potential, its condition is currently not rated, indicating a need for further assessment and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness.
Managed by a private owner, Wayland Lake Dam does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring by the local community. The dam's location on TR Grindstone Branch in Boone County, Missouri, makes it a key feature in the local ecosystem and a potential recreation spot for residents. Despite its low hazard potential, regular inspections and emergency preparedness measures are crucial to mitigate any risks and ensure the safety of nearby residents and wildlife.
With a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and a surface area of 5 acres, Wayland Lake Dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for fire protection, stock management, and recreational activities. While it currently has a low hazard potential, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are essential to ensure the dam's structural integrity and safety for the surrounding community. As a private dam in Mcbaine, Missouri, Wayland Lake Dam serves as a valuable asset for the local area and highlights the importance of responsible management and stewardship of water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR GRINDSTONE BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
47 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Wayland Lake Dam