Lake Grendel Dam, also known as Stark Lake Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Warren, Missouri.
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Completed in 1968, this earthen dam stands at a height of 39 feet and stretches 470 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming in its 8-acre surface area.
Managed by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG of the state, Lake Grendel Dam is subject to regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in August 2016 revealing a satisfactory condition. Despite a high hazard potential due to its location on the TR-NORTH FORK CHARRETTE CREEK, the dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate. While the dam lacks outlet gates and features an uncontrolled spillway, its overall risk management measures are currently unspecified.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Lake Grendel Dam to be a captivating structure, balancing both recreational and safety considerations within the Missouri landscape. With its scenic setting and important role in water management, the dam presents an intriguing case study for those interested in the intersection of infrastructure, recreation, and environmental stewardship in the region.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
470 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH FORK CHARRETTE CREEK |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
77 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |
Cuivre River Near Troy
|
33cfs |
Missouri River At Hermann
|
29400cfs |
Dardenne Creek At Ofallon
|
6cfs |
Bourbeuse River At Union
|
73cfs |
Dardenne Creek At Old Town St. Peters
|
11cfs |
Bonhomme Creek Near Ellisville
|
0cfs |