Freeman Farm Number Two Dam dam
Freeman Farm Number Two Dam
Freeman Farm Number Two Dam, located in Clinton, Missouri, was completed in 1976 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes. This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 282 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 72 acre-feet and a surface area of 16 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and supporting agricultural activities in the region.
Despite its importance, Freeman Farm Number Two Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and there is limited information available on its emergency action plan and risk management measures. It is situated near the TR McGuire Branch and Castile Creek, within the jurisdiction of the Rock Island District. The dam's location and design highlight the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality in the face of potential climate-related challenges.
As water resources and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of dams like Freeman Farm Number Two Dam provides valuable insights into the intersection of infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and community resilience. By delving into the data and characteristics of this dam, we can appreciate the vital role it plays in sustaining agricultural activities in the area, while also acknowledging the risks and challenges associated with its operation. Ongoing efforts to assess and manage these risks will be essential in safeguarding both the dam and the surrounding ecosystem in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Freeman Farm Number Two Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Platte River Near Plattsburg | 10 cfs | → |
| Platte River Near Agency | 13,800 cfs | → |
| Little Platte River At Smithville | 32 cfs | → |
| Platte River At Sharps Station | 14,200 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At St. Joseph | 51,700 cfs | → |
| Crooked River Near Richmond | 72 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Freeman Farm Number Two Dam.
Track Freeman Farm Number Two Dam 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 Freeman Farm Number Two Dam
Where does the data for Freeman Farm Number Two 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 Freeman Farm Number Two Dam.