Demitt Lake Dam dam
Demitt Lake Dam
Demitt Lake Dam, located in Livingston County, Missouri, was completed in 1977 for the primary purpose of irrigation. This private dam, standing at a height of 22 feet, serves various other purposes such as fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. With a storage capacity of 129 acre-feet and a surface area of 11 acres, Demitt Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Demitt Lake Dam has a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The condition assessment of the dam is currently not rated, indicating the need for further evaluation to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam's location on TR-Little Parson Creek adds to its significance in managing water resources and supporting the local ecosystem.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Demitt Lake Dam serves as an intriguing case study of a privately-owned structure with multiple purposes and a high hazard potential. Its completion in 1977 and its role in irrigation, fire protection, and recreation offer valuable insights into the complex interplay between human infrastructure and natural ecosystems. As discussions on water management and climate resilience continue to evolve, Demitt Lake Dam stands as a reminder of the importance of sustainable infrastructure practices and proactive risk management strategies.
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 Demitt Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Locust Creek Near Linneus | 67 cfs | → |
| Grand River At Chillicothe | 361 cfs | → |
| Grand River Near Sumner | 923 cfs | → |
| Medicine Creek Near Laredo | 92 cfs | → |
| Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo | 35 cfs | → |
| Thompson River At Trenton | 675 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Demitt Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Crown Drive Linn County
- Green Hills Trail Livingston County
- Livingston County
- State Highway M Bosworth
- Chariton County
Track Demitt Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Demitt Lake Dam
Where does the data for Demitt 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 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 Demitt Lake Dam.