Wellington Nap C-21 dam
Wellington Nap C-21
Wellington Nap C-21, also known as Wellington Nap Watershed Site C-24 Dam, is a crucial water resource structure located in Lafayette, Missouri. Managed by the local government, this earth dam was designed by the USDA NRCS and serves multiple purposes including flood control and water storage. Completed in 1969, the dam has a height of 37 feet and a storage capacity of 297 acre-feet, making it a significant asset for the region.
This dam on the TR-Missouri River is regulated by the Dam and Reservoir Safety Program and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. With a high hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Wellington Nap C-21 is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of its last assessment in 2007. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, and its emergency action plan was last revised in 2011, highlighting the importance of preparedness in the face of potential emergencies.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the critical role that Wellington Nap C-21 plays in managing water flow and ensuring the safety of the surrounding area. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, this dam serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in the Kansas City District. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Wellington Nap C-21 will be key in mitigating risks and safeguarding communities against flooding and other water-related hazards.
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 Wellington Nap C-21 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Blue River Near Lake City | 1,290 cfs | → |
| Crooked River Near Richmond | 300 cfs | → |
| East Fork Little Blue River Nr Blue Springs | 10 cfs | → |
| Blue River At Stadium Drive In Kc | 2,840 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Waverly | 50,100 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Kansas City | 81,000 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Wellington Nap C-21.
Track Wellington Nap C-21 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 Wellington Nap C-21
Where does the data for Wellington Nap C-21 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 High 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 Wellington Nap C-21.