Boston Lake Dam dam
Boston Lake Dam
Boston Lake Dam, located in Gasconade, Missouri, serves as a pivotal recreational and water supply source in the region. Completed in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and boasts a storage capacity of 330 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 257 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-BOEUF CREEK, within the St. Louis District, and is owned privately, catering to the needs of the local community and water enthusiasts alike.
Despite being privately owned, Boston Lake Dam holds a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. With no state regulation, inspection, or enforcement in place, the dam's primary purpose remains focused on recreation, while also serving as a water supply source. The dam's strategic location and design make it a significant asset for the area, providing not only recreational opportunities but also contributing to the overall water resource management in the region.
While Boston Lake Dam may not be under state jurisdiction, its importance in providing both recreational and water supply benefits cannot be understated. With a rich history dating back to its completion in 1967, this earth dam continues to play a vital role in the local community's water resource and climate resilience efforts. As a key feature on the TR-BOEUF CREEK, Boston Lake Dam stands as a testament to the interconnectedness of water resources and climate management, highlighting the need for sustainable and effective infrastructure to meet the region's growing demands.
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 Boston Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bourbeuse River Near High Gate | 178 cfs | → |
| Bourbeuse River At Union | 353 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Hermann | 121,000 cfs | → |
| Meramec River Near Sullivan | 574 cfs | → |
| Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain | 2,320 cfs | → |
| Meramec River Near Steelville | 299 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Boston Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Tea Road Gasconade County
- Buchheit Road 128, Franklin County
- Highway Uu Franklin County
- Highway W Franklin County
- Katy Trail Warren County
- County Route 809 Osage County
Campgrounds
Track Boston 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 Boston Lake Dam
Where does the data for Boston 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 Boston Lake Dam.