R L Knies Lake Dam dam
R L Knies Lake Dam
R L Knies Lake Dam, located in Independence County, Arkansas, was completed in 1973 and stands at a height of 30 feet, with a length of 900 feet. This earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a surface area of 11.3 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 300 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 175 acre-feet.
Managed by a private owner, the R L Knies Lake Dam is regulated by the state of Arkansas, with inspections conducted regularly to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been rated and there is no emergency action plan in place as of the last inspection in 2009. The dam sits on Dota Creek-Tr, offering a serene environment for visitors to appreciate the beauty of nature.
While the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, it remains a popular spot for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. With its tranquil surroundings and ample storage capacity, R L Knies Lake Dam is a valuable resource for water and climate enthusiasts seeking a peaceful escape in the heart of Arkansas.
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 R L Knies Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| White River At Batesville | 38,000 cfs | → |
| Black River At Elgin Ferry | 4,410 cfs | → |
| White River At Newport | 7,910 cfs | → |
| Black River At Black Rock | 4,010 cfs | → |
| Spring River At Imboden | 433 cfs | → |
| Spring River At Town Branch Bridge At Hardy | 393 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near R L Knies Lake Dam.
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Track R L Knies Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About R L Knies Lake Dam
Where does the data for R L Knies 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 R L Knies Lake Dam.