Caraway Wma dam
Caraway Wma
Caraway Wma, located in Jackson, Minnesota, is a state-regulated fish and wildlife pond situated along the Des Moines River. The dam at Caraway Wma is a Rockfill type, standing at 8 feet high and spanning 240 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 207 acre-feet and a surface area of 23 acres, this reservoir serves as a vital habitat for various wildlife species in the region. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its structural integrity.
Managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Caraway Wma offers a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore the diverse ecosystem surrounding the pond. The primary purpose of this reservoir is to support fish and wildlife populations, contributing to the conservation efforts in the area. With its satisfactory condition assessment and low hazard potential, Caraway Wma provides a safe and well-maintained environment for both wildlife and visitors to enjoy.
Visitors to Caraway Wma can appreciate the tranquil beauty of the Des Moines River and its surrounding landscape while observing the diverse wildlife that call this area home. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, bird watcher, or simply looking for a peaceful escape in the heart of Minnesota, Caraway Wma offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and support the conservation of water resources in the region.
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 Caraway Wma -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines River At Jackson | 522 cfs | → |
| Ocheyedan River Near Spencer | 417 cfs | → |
| Cottonwood River Near New Ulm | 495 cfs | → |
| Watonwan River Near Garden City | 1,380 cfs | → |
| Minnesota River At New Ulm | 2,730 cfs | → |
| Little Cottonwood River Near Courtland | 103 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Caraway Wma.
Boat launches
- Mountain Lake Cycle Path Mountain Lake
- 140th Street 24728, Orleans
- 150th Street Spirit Lake
- 130th Street 3653, Emmet County
- Park Avenue Worthington
- Linden Drive 184, Arnolds Park
Track Caraway Wma 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 Caraway Wma
Where does the data for Caraway Wma 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 Caraway Wma.