Kohl Lake Dam-East dam
Kohl Lake Dam-East
Kohl Lake Dam-East, located in Pike County, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes. Built in 1975, this dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a hydraulic height of 26 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. The dam spans 941 feet in length and is situated on TR-BRUSH BRANCH, a tributary in the area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Kohl Lake Dam-East is considered to have a moderate risk (3) due to its condition being unrated and lacking certain emergency preparedness measures. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 14 feet. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there are no outlet gates associated with it. While the dam's risk level is moderate, its location in a picturesque setting and essential role in supporting local irrigation needs make it a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
In conclusion, Kohl Lake Dam-East serves as a vital component of the local water infrastructure, providing irrigation support in Pike County, Missouri. With its unique design features and historical significance, this earth dam presents an opportunity for further study and appreciation by individuals interested in water resources and climate resilience. While facing moderate risk factors, the dam's role in sustaining agricultural activities in the region underscores its importance within the local community and broader environmental context.
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 Kohl Lake Dam-East -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Spencer Cr. Bl Plum Cr. Nr Frankford | 304 cfs | → |
| Lick Creek At Perry | 4 cfs | → |
| South Fork Salt River Above Santa Fe | 21 cfs | → |
| Salt River Near Center | 1,630 cfs | → |
| Long Branch Near Santa Fe | 17 cfs | → |
| Salt River Near New London | 1,360 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kohl Lake Dam-East.
Track Kohl Lake Dam-East 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 Kohl Lake Dam-East
Where does the data for Kohl Lake Dam-East 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 Kohl Lake Dam-East.