Lake Shore Estates Dam Lower Dam
Lake Shore Estates Dam Lower
Lake Shore Estates Dam Lower, located in Lebanon, Missouri, was completed in 1967 and serves the primary purpose of recreation. This private earth dam, with a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet, is situated on the TR-GOODWIN HOLLOW CREEK. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam has a high hazard potential, highlighting the need for regular inspections and emergency preparedness measures.
The dam, owned by a private entity, stands as a key feature in the landscape of Laclede County, providing a surface area of 15 acres for recreational activities. While the dam is not currently rated for its condition, its strategic location and significant storage capacity make it an important asset for the community. The proximity to the creek and the potential risks associated with a high hazard potential underscore the importance of monitoring and maintaining this structure.
Although the dam has not been inspected or assessed recently, its presence and function are crucial for the local environment and inhabitants. With a focus on recreation and leisure, Lake Shore Estates Dam Lower represents a blend of human intervention and natural beauty, serving as a reminder of the delicate balance between water resource management and climate resilience. As enthusiasts explore the area, they are encouraged to appreciate the significance of this dam and the role it plays in the broader ecosystem.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Lake Shore Estates Dam Lower -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Gasconade River Near Hazelgreen | 314 cfs | → |
| Niangua River At Windyville | 100 cfs | → |
| Niangua River At Tunnel Dam Near Macks Creek | 421 cfs | → |
| Roubidoux Creek Above Ft. Leonard Wood | 25 cfs | → |
| Lindley Creek Near Polk | 18 cfs | → |
| Osage River Near Bagnell | 19,000 cfs | → |
About Lake Shore Estates Dam Lower
Where does the data for Lake Shore Estates Dam Lower come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card below for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.