Busch Wildlife Area-Sec 27 Dam dam
Busch Wildlife Area-Sec 27 Dam
The Busch Wildlife Area-Sec 27 Dam is a state-owned structure located in St. Peters, Missouri, along the TR-DARDENNE CR river/stream. This earth dam, with a height of 20 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing storage of up to 86 acre-feet of water. The dam's low hazard potential and "Not Rated" condition assessment hint at its stable and safe operational status.
With its serene surroundings and vital role in water resource management, the Busch Wildlife Area-Sec 27 Dam is a focal point for water and climate enthusiasts. Its location within the Kansas City District and its association with Representative Ann Wagner (R) adds to its significance in the region. While the dam's specifics such as year of completion and spillway type remain unknown, its value in supporting recreational activities and contributing to the local ecosystem is undeniable.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts are drawn to the Busch Wildlife Area-Sec 27 Dam not just for its structural features but also for its potential impact on the environment. With a focus on recreation, the dam provides a peaceful retreat for visitors while also fulfilling its role in managing water storage. Its low hazard potential underscores its reliability, making it a key element in the natural landscape of St. Charles, Missouri.
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 Busch Wildlife Area-Sec 27 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dardenne Creek At Ofallon | 46 cfs | → |
| Bonhomme Creek Near Ellisville | 2 cfs | → |
| Bonhomme Creek Near Clarkson Valley | 6 cfs | → |
| Dardenne Creek At Old Town St. Peters | 37 cfs | → |
| Caulks Creek At Chesterfield | 23 cfs | → |
| Creve Couer Creek At Chesterfield | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Busch Wildlife Area-Sec 27 Dam.
Boat launches
- Katy Trail 1800, Saint Charles County
- Windjammer Point 200, Lake Saint Louis
- Brittany Place 1, Lake Saint Louis
- Scott A Lewis Lane Cottleville
- Lakeside Park Trail Saint Peters
- Saint Charles County
Campgrounds
- Babler Memorial State Park
- Klondike County Park
- St. Peters 370 Lakeside Park
- Robertsville State Park
- Pere Marquette State Park
- Cuivre River State Park
Paddle runs
Track Busch Wildlife Area-Sec 27 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Busch Wildlife Area-Sec 27 Dam
Where does the data for Busch Wildlife Area-Sec 27 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 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 Busch Wildlife Area-Sec 27 Dam.