Seven Springs Lake Dam dam
Seven Springs Lake Dam
Seven Springs Lake Dam, located in Phelps County, Missouri, was completed in 1962 and serves as a key recreational resource for the surrounding area. The dam is privately owned and primarily used for recreation purposes, offering a tranquil water source for activities such as fishing and boating on the Seven Springs Lake. With a height of 32 feet and a storage capacity of 342 acre-feet, the dam provides a scenic backdrop for visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the West Fork Benton Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential and unclassified condition assessment, Seven Springs Lake Dam remains an important feature in the local landscape. The dam's earth design with a buttress core stands as a testament to engineering ingenuity and serves as a reminder of the importance of water resource management in ensuring sustainable recreation opportunities. While the dam is not regulated or inspected by state agencies, its presence contributes to the overall quality of life in the area and provides a peaceful retreat for water and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of the Missouri countryside.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the diverse landscapes of Missouri, Seven Springs Lake Dam offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and appreciate the importance of responsible dam ownership. While the dam may not have a designated spillway or outlet gates, its role in supporting local recreation and wildlife habitats underscores the interconnectedness of water resources and environmental conservation. With its idyllic setting and low risk profile, Seven Springs Lake Dam invites visitors to experience the tranquility of the area and engage in activities that foster a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
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 Seven Springs Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Meramec River At Cook Station | 46 cfs | → |
| Meramec River Near Steelville | 410 cfs | → |
| Little Piney Creek At Newburg | 138 cfs | → |
| Bourbeuse River Near High Gate | 72 cfs | → |
| Gasconade River At Jerome | 1,320 cfs | → |
| Big Piney Below Ft. Leonard Wood | 343 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Seven Springs Lake Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Lane Spring
- Lane Spring Recreation Area
- Red Bluff
- Little Scotia Dispersed
- Onondaga Cave State Park
- Montauk State Park
Paddle runs
- State Highway 49 Bridge Near Dillard, Missouri To Forest Boundary In Sections 13/24, T38n, R3w
- Northern Boundary Of Fort Leonard Wood To North Section Line Of Sec 31, T36n, R10w
- Missouri State Highway 17 To Fort Leonard Wood (Army Base)
- County Highway O, Laclede, County, Missouri To Ozark Spring
- Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch) To Confluence With Current River (Does Not Include River Segment In Gap Between Parkland Units)
- Western Edge Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways To Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch)
Track Seven Springs Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Seven Springs Lake Dam
Where does the data for Seven Springs 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 Seven Springs Lake Dam.