Keller Lake Dam dam
Keller Lake Dam
Keller Lake Dam, located in St. Joseph, Missouri, was completed in 1963 for the primary purpose of recreation. This earth dam with a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet is situated on the TRIB-DILLON CREEK, making it a key feature in the area's water resource management. Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, the dam has a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance.
With a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 25 square miles, Keller Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing the water resources in the region. Although the dam has not been inspected since June 1980 and its condition is currently listed as "Not Rated," its high hazard potential underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and risk assessment. The dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are currently unknown, highlighting areas that may require attention to ensure the safety and stability of the structure.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, Keller Lake Dam's role in providing recreational opportunities and managing water storage will become increasingly important. With its location in Andrew County, Missouri, and the potential risks associated with its high hazard rating, stakeholders and enthusiasts in water resource management and climate resilience should closely monitor the dam's condition and management practices to mitigate potential risks and ensure the long-term sustainability of this critical infrastructure.
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 Keller Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri River At St. Joseph | 51,700 cfs | → |
| Platte River Near Agency | 13,800 cfs | → |
| Nodaway River Near Graham | 2,150 cfs | → |
| Little Platte River Near Plattsburg | 10 cfs | → |
| One Hundred And Two River At Maryville | 968 cfs | → |
| Platte River At Sharps Station | 14,200 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Keller Lake Dam.
Track Keller Lake 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 Keller Lake Dam
Where does the data for Keller 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 Keller Lake Dam.