Noblett dam
Noblett
Noblett is a federal water resource structure located in Roby, Missouri, within the Little Rock District. Built in 1940 by the USDA FS, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 20 feet and has a hydraulic height of 15 feet. With a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 26 acres, Noblett serves as a crucial water management infrastructure in Douglas County.
Despite being categorized as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment, Noblett has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection in December 2019 revealed no detailed assessment, and there is no Emergency Action Plan in place. Nevertheless, the dam continues to fulfill its primary purpose as an earth dam, providing vital water resource management capabilities in the region. As a key asset owned by the Forest Service, Noblett plays a significant role in the local ecosystem and water supply sustainability.
Overall, Noblett stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of water resource infrastructure in Missouri. With its historical significance dating back to the mid-20th century and its continued operation in the present day, Noblett represents a blend of function and heritage. As climate change impacts water resources, structures like Noblett will play an increasingly crucial role in managing water supply, flood control, and ecosystem conservation 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Noblett -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Fork River Near Tecumseh | 469 cfs | → |
| Bryant Creek Near Tecumseh | 316 cfs | → |
| Jacks Fork Near Mountain View | 69 cfs | → |
| Jacks Fork At Alley Spring | 112 cfs | → |
| Mammoth Spring At Mammoth Spring | 428 cfs | → |
| Current River Above Akers | 315 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Noblett.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Sycamore Loop Dispersed - Noblett Lake
- North Fork Recreation Area
- Patrick Bridge Access - Mdc
- Rippee Conserrvation Area - Mdc
- Blue Spring
Fishing spots
- Langston Lake
- Little North Fork White River
- Bull Shoals Tailwater
- Trimble Creek
- Bull Shoals Lake
- Crown Lake
Paddle runs
- Hebron Access Site To Southern Forest Boundary In Sec 33, T24n, R11w
- Western Edge Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways To Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch)
- Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch) To Confluence With Current River (Does Not Include River Segment In Gap Between Parkland Units)
- Missouri State Highway 17 To Fort Leonard Wood (Army Base)
Track Noblett in the Snoflo app
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About Noblett
Where does the data for Noblett 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 Noblett.