Myers Lake Control Structure dam
Myers Lake Control Structure
Myers Lake Control Structure in Marshall, Indiana, serves as a vital component for recreational purposes in the area. Managed by the state, this structure has a low hazard potential and a storage capacity of 166 acre-feet. The structure, completed with a dam height of 15 feet and a surface area of 1245 acres, plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, Myers Lake Control Structure has stood the test of time since its last inspection in 1996. With a risk assessment yet to be conducted, the structure continues to provide essential services for water enthusiasts and climate advocates in the area. With a focus on recreation, this structure exemplifies the importance of maintaining water resources for both practical and leisurely purposes.
As a part of the Detroit District, Myers Lake Control Structure stands as a testament to the intersection of water management and recreation. While it may not have undergone recent evaluations, its low hazard potential and ample storage capacity make it a valuable asset for the community. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this structure serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water management practices in safeguarding our natural resources for future generations.
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 Myers Lake Control Structure -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow River At Plymouth | 206 cfs | → |
| Yellow River At Knox | 370 cfs | → |
| Tippecanoe River Near Ora | 986 cfs | → |
| Kankakee River At Davis | 551 cfs | → |
| Tippecanoe River At Winamac | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Tippecanoe River At Oswego | 96 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Myers Lake Control Structure.
Boat launches
- Lake Maxinkuckee Public Access
- South Lake Drive 20943, Walkerton
- Lake Of The Woods Public Access
- North 550 East 6801-6971, Rochester
- Highway 19 820-998, Etna Green
- Primrose Road, North Liberty
Campgrounds
- Hidden Lake Paradise Camp Grnd
- Bass Lake State Beach
- Potato Creek State Park
- Tippecanoe River State Park
- Pike Lake County Campground
- Kosciusko County Fairgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Myers Lake Control Structure in the Snoflo app
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About Myers Lake Control Structure
Where does the data for Myers Lake Control Structure 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 Myers Lake Control Structure.