Giesler Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Kisco Dam Glen Basler Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Giesler Lake Dam, located in St.
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Summary
Marys, Missouri, was completed in 1970 and serves primarily for recreational purposes. This private earth dam, with a height of 25 feet, holds a storage capacity of 27 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2 acres. Situated on the TR-Little Saline Creek, the dam is not regulated by the state and has not been inspected or rated for its current condition.
Despite its low profile, Giesler Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its lack of regulatory oversight and infrastructure updates. The dam's emergency action plan status is unclear, with no recent assessments or revisions reported. With its location in a relatively remote area of Ste. Genevieve County, the dam's risk management measures and overall safety preparedness remain uncertain, raising concerns among water resource and climate enthusiasts.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor the status of Giesler Lake Dam, questions remain about its regulatory compliance, emergency response plans, and overall safety measures. With its high hazard potential and lack of recent inspections or condition assessments, there is a need for increased attention and oversight to ensure the dam's stability and the safety of the surrounding community. As discussions around dam safety and infrastructure upgrades continue, Giesler Lake Dam stands as a reminder of the importance of proactive maintenance and risk management in safeguarding water resources and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE SALINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
75 |
Nid Storage |
27 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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.
Giesler Lake Dam