Zander Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Zander Lake Dam, located in Mineola, Missouri, was completed in 1977 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
The dam, primarily used for recreation, is privately owned and stands at a height of 25 feet with a storage capacity of 94 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Brushy Branch river, the dam boasts a surface area of 7 acres and a drainage area of 24 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, Zander Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and lacks a designated emergency action plan. The dam, classified as an earth dam with buttress core, is not regulated by the state of Missouri and does not undergo regular inspections. With no associated structures or outlet gates, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness are currently unclear. As water and climate enthusiasts visit this recreational site, it's important to note the potential risks associated with the dam's condition assessment and emergency response protocols.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRUSHY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
24 |
Nid Storage |
94 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
South Fork Salt River Above Santa Fe
|
19cfs |
Long Branch Near Santa Fe
|
15cfs |
Missouri River At Hermann
|
27400cfs |
Lick Creek At Perry
|
2cfs |
Cuivre River Near Troy
|
35cfs |
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
|
1cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Zander Lake Dam