Carlton Lake Dam dam
Carlton Lake Dam
Carlton Lake Dam, located in Livingston County, Missouri, was completed in 1978 with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. This earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a length of 430 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 78 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Thompson River, the dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment make it a key feature for fire protection, stock, grade stabilization, and recreational activities in the area.
Managed by a private owner, Carlton Lake Dam has not been regulated or inspected by state authorities. With a spillway width of 38 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam ensures a maximum discharge of 275 cubic feet per second, supporting the ecological balance of the surrounding area. Although the dam's condition is currently not rated, its strategic location and purpose in preserving wildlife and water resources make it a valuable asset for climate and water resource enthusiasts seeking to explore sustainable conservation practices in the region.
The dam's structural composition of stone core and soil foundation underscores its reliability and longevity in maintaining the normal storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. Despite the absence of a formal Emergency Action Plan and regular inspections, Carlton Lake Dam serves as a vital component in the overall risk management strategy of the area, with a focus on mitigating potential hazards and ensuring the safety of the community. As an essential feature for wildlife preservation and recreational activities, the dam stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of human development and environmental conservation efforts in the region.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Carlton Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Grand River At Chillicothe | 361 cfs | → |
| Medicine Creek Near Laredo | 7,480 cfs | → |
| Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo | 512 cfs | → |
| Thompson River At Trenton | 32,300 cfs | → |
| Locust Creek Near Linneus | 12,600 cfs | → |
| Grand River Near Gallatin | 26,600 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Carlton Lake Dam.
Boat launches
Track Carlton Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Carlton Lake Dam
Where does the data for Carlton 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 Carlton Lake Dam.