Robbins Lake Dam Downstream dam
Robbins Lake Dam Downstream
Robbins Lake Dam Downstream, located in Nodaway, Missouri, serves as a crucial component for irrigation purposes. This private dam, completed in 1970, stands at a height of 34.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 268 acre-feet. With a surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 77 square miles, the dam provides essential water resources for the surrounding area.
Despite its importance, Robbins Lake Dam Downstream is classified as having a high hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection took place in May 1993, highlighting the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity. With a lack of regulatory oversight from the state and federal agencies, it is crucial for the private owner to take proactive measures to manage risks and maintain the dam's safety.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Robbins Lake Dam Downstream presents an intriguing case study in the management of irrigation infrastructure. As a privately owned structure with limited regulatory oversight, the dam's condition and safety are critical considerations for both the local community and the environment. By understanding the challenges and potential risks associated with dams like Robbins Lake, stakeholders can work towards sustainable water resource management practices to ensure the longevity and safety of such structures.
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 Robbins Lake Dam Downstream -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| One Hundred And Two River At Maryville | 1,750 cfs | → |
| Nodaway River Near Burlington Jct | 2,430 cfs | → |
| East Fork 102 River At Bedford | 0 cfs | → |
| Nodaway River At Clarinda | 1,080 cfs | → |
| Nodaway River Near Graham | 3,620 cfs | → |
| Tarkio River At Fairfax Mo | 1,100 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Robbins Lake Dam Downstream.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
Track Robbins Lake Dam Downstream in the Snoflo app
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About Robbins Lake Dam Downstream
Where does the data for Robbins Lake Dam Downstream 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 Robbins Lake Dam Downstream.