Ecklund Lake Dam dam
Ecklund Lake Dam
Ecklund Lake Dam, located in Lebanon, Missouri, was completed in 1977 and serves primarily for recreational purposes. The dam is a 25-foot high earth dam with a buttress core, providing a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet and a normal storage of 33 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Goodwin Hollow Creek, the dam has a drainage area of 50 square miles and a surface area of 4 acres, making it an ideal spot for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.
Owned privately, Ecklund Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While it is not state regulated or permitted, the dam is regularly inspected to ensure its safety and integrity. Despite not being under the jurisdiction of any state agency, the dam's safety features and emergency preparedness measures are continuously monitored and updated as needed. With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, Ecklund Lake Dam is a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to enjoy nature and outdoor activities in the Laclede County area of Missouri.
In the event of an emergency, it is important for visitors and nearby residents to be aware of the emergency action plan (EAP) for Ecklund Lake Dam. While details on the EAP's preparation and guidelines compliance are not currently available, it is essential for all stakeholders to have access to updated information on emergency contacts and evacuation procedures. With the dam's low hazard potential and consistent monitoring by private owners, visitors can feel assured of their safety while enjoying the recreational opportunities offered by Ecklund Lake Dam.
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 Ecklund Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Niangua River At Windyville | 143 cfs | → |
| Gasconade River Near Hazelgreen | 336 cfs | → |
| Niangua River At Tunnel Dam Near Macks Creek | 613 cfs | → |
| Roubidoux Creek Above Ft. Leonard Wood | 6 cfs | → |
| Lindley Creek Near Polk | 92 cfs | → |
| Big Piney River Near Big Piney | 251 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ecklund Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Bssp 1 Road Laclede County
- Dallas County
- Freight Road Dallas County
- Dawn Road Laclede County
- Gale Access Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Bennett Spring State Park
- Niangua River Oaisis Campground
- Niangua River Oaisis Family Campground
- Ho-Humm Canoe Rental & Campground
Track Ecklund Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Ecklund Lake Dam
Where does the data for Ecklund 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 Low 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 Ecklund Lake Dam.