Gudaitis Lake Dam dam
Gudaitis Lake Dam
Gudaitis Lake Dam, located in Irondale, Missouri, is a privately owned Earth dam that was completed in 1967 for the primary purpose of recreation. With a structural height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 158 acre-feet, the dam provides a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy water activities in the 6-acre surface area of Gudaitis Lake. The dam is situated on TR-Clear Creek, within the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite its recreational benefits, Gudaitis Lake Dam has a high hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment since its last inspection in 1980. The dam does not currently meet state regulatory requirements for inspection, permitting, or enforcement. Its Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status is unclear, and there is limited information available on risk assessment and management measures associated with the dam. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the safety and maintenance of Gudaitis Lake Dam to ensure the protection of both the environment and public safety in the area.
As a beloved destination for outdoor activities in Washington County, Missouri, Gudaitis Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of dam safety and maintenance in preserving water resources for future generations. With its picturesque setting and potential risks, the dam presents a unique opportunity for collaboration between private ownership, state agencies, and the community to prioritize safety, environmental stewardship, and sustainable water management practices. Continued monitoring and investment in the upkeep of Gudaitis Lake Dam will help ensure its longevity as a valuable recreational asset while safeguarding against potential hazards and environmental impacts.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Gudaitis Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big River At Irondale | 40 cfs | → |
| East Fork Black River Nr Lesterville | 5 cfs | → |
| Big River Below Desloge | 81 cfs | → |
| East Fork Black River At Lesterville | 44 cfs | → |
| Big River Near Richwoods | 332 cfs | → |
| Meramec River Near Sullivan | 596 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Gudaitis Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Council Bluff Lake Trail Washington County
- Enough Boat Launch And Trailhead
- Bismarch Lake Road St. Francois County
- Crawford County
- Meramec State Park Franklin County
- Ozark Trail - Marble Creek Section Iron County
Campgrounds
- Council Bluff - Wild Boar Ridge
- Council Bluff Recreation Area
- Hazel Creek Campground
- Hazel Creek
- Panther Branch
- Berryman Campground
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- State Highway 49 Bridge Near Dillard, Missouri To Forest Boundary In Sections 13/24, T38n, R3w
- Forest Boundary At North Section Line Of Sec 4, T33n, R5e To Forest Boundary At South Section Line Of Sec 35, T32n, R5e
- Markam Spring Recreation Area To Nf Boundary
- Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch) To Confluence With Current River (Does Not Include River Segment In Gap Between Parkland Units)
Track Gudaitis Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Gudaitis Lake Dam
Where does the data for Gudaitis Lake Dam 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 above 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Gudaitis Lake Dam.