Dexter Lake Dam dam
Dexter Lake Dam
Dexter Lake Dam in Mcbaine, Missouri, is a privately owned structure primarily used for fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond. Located on TR Perch Creek in Boone County, the dam has a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," it is an essential resource for water management in the area. The dam also serves recreational purposes and covers a surface area of 3 acres, with a drainage area of 20 acres.
Managed by the St. Louis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Dexter Lake Dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water levels and ensuring the safety of the surrounding community. Despite not being state regulated, the dam is inspected regularly to assess its condition and readiness for emergencies. The exact year of completion is not specified, but the dam continues to serve its primary purposes efficiently, contributing to the protection and conservation of water resources in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Dexter Lake Dam for its essential functions in water storage, fire protection, and recreational activities. With a focus on sustainability and safety, the dam provides a valuable asset for the local community and wildlife. Although not currently rated for its condition, the dam's low hazard potential and regular inspections indicate a commitment to maintaining its structural integrity and efficiency. As a private structure with a significant impact on water management in the area, Dexter Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of responsible resource utilization and conservation efforts.
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 Dexter Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hinkson Creek At Columbia | 195 cfs | → |
| Moniteau Creek Near Fayette | 63 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Boonville | 78,700 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Glasgow | 64,300 cfs | → |
| Elk Fork Salt River Near Madison | 20 cfs | → |
| East Fork Little Chariton R. Nr Huntsville | 7 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dexter Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Boone County
- River Walkway Lupus
- South River Road Boone County
- Mo 179 Cole County
- Glasgow
- State Highway 41 Cooper County
Track Dexter 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 Dexter Lake Dam
Where does the data for Dexter 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 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 Dexter Lake Dam.