Rlds Church Campground Upper Lake Dam dam
Rlds Church Campground Upper Lake Dam
Located in Lafayette, Missouri, the Rlds Church Campground Upper Lake Dam is a privately owned structure built in 1954 for recreational purposes. Standing at a height of 25 feet, this earth dam overlooks the TR-EAST FK SNI-A-BAR CREEK and boasts a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet. With a surface area of 5 acres and a drainage area of 50 square miles, the dam offers a tranquil oasis for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
Despite its age, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While it is not regulated or inspected by the state, the Rlds Church Campground Upper Lake Dam serves as a testament to engineering ingenuity and the importance of water management in the region. Its picturesque surroundings and historical significance make it a must-visit destination for those interested in the intersection of water resources and climate conservation.
Visitors to the Rlds Church Campground Upper Lake Dam can enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the surrounding area while marveling at the engineering feat that has stood the test of time. As a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation, this dam offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the beauty of nature and the importance of sustainable water resource management in the heart of 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 Rlds Church Campground Upper Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Blue River Near Lake City | 510 cfs | → |
| East Fork Little Blue River Nr Blue Springs | 10 cfs | → |
| Crooked River Near Richmond | 398 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Waverly | 112,000 cfs | → |
| Blue River At Stadium Drive In Kc | 643 cfs | → |
| Blue River At Kansas City | 407 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Rlds Church Campground Upper Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Odessa Lake Road Lafayette County
- Lexington
- Lafayette County
- Mo 210 Ray County
- Northwest 575th Road Johnson County
- Clay County
Track Rlds Church Campground Upper Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Rlds Church Campground Upper Lake Dam
Where does the data for Rlds Church Campground Upper 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 Rlds Church Campground Upper Lake Dam.