Ankar Lake Dam (Shallow) in Union, Missouri, stands as a private earth dam completed in 1962 for recreational purposes.
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With a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet, this dam on TR to Dry Branch river offers a serene surface area of 3 acres for water enthusiasts. Despite its low normal storage of 5 acre-feet, the dam has a high hazard potential due to its condition assessment being labeled as "Not Rated".
Located in Franklin County, Missouri, Ankar Lake Dam (Shallow) is managed by a private owner with no state regulation or permitting involved. The dam, with a drainage area of 220 square miles, remains uninspected and lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) as of the last update in May 2018. Despite the lack of detailed information on spillways or outlet gates, this dam serves as a recreational hub for locals and visitors alike, emphasizing the need for regular maintenance and risk assessment to ensure public safety and enjoyment for years to come.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO DRY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
220 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Bourbeuse River At Union
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113cfs |
Meramec River Near Sullivan
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461cfs |
Meramec River At Pacific
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706cfs |
Big River Near Richwoods
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199cfs |
Big River At Byrnesville
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213cfs |
Meramec River Near Steelville
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224cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Backpack Camp 7
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Backpack Camp 6
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Backpack Camp 5
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Backpack Camp 8
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Backpack Camp 4
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Backpack Camp 3
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