Hoban Lake Dam dam
Hoban Lake Dam
Hoban Lake Dam in Maries, Missouri, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management for recreational purposes. This private dam, completed in 1960, boasts a height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 144 acre-feet, providing ample opportunities for water-based activities on its 9-acre surface area. Situated on TR TO LONG BRANCH stream, the dam serves the primary purpose of recreation, offering a tranquil escape for visitors seeking outdoor adventures.
Despite its low hazard potential and the lack of state regulation or inspection, Hoban Lake Dam remains a vital component of the local ecosystem. With its earth construction and buttress core type, the dam represents a harmonious blend of human ingenuity and natural surroundings. Its location in the city of ARGYLE, within the St. Louis District, further underscores its significance as a recreational and environmental landmark in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the intricacies of Hoban Lake Dam, they uncover a hidden gem that embodies the delicate balance between human intervention and ecological preservation. With its unlisted foundation and not rated condition assessment, the dam invites further exploration into the intersection of infrastructure, sustainability, and recreational enjoyment. Whether marveling at its structural design or appreciating its serene surroundings, Hoban Lake Dam serves as a compelling case study in the symbiotic relationship between water resources, climate considerations, and leisure activities.
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 Hoban Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Osage River Below St. Thomas | 37,300 cfs | → |
| Maries River At Westphalia | 1,000 cfs | → |
| Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain | 2,320 cfs | → |
| Gasconade River At Jerome | 1,360 cfs | → |
| Little Piney Creek At Newburg | 168 cfs | → |
| Moreau River Near Jefferson City | 5,050 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hoban Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Scheuler Ferry Road West 698, Miller County
- Old Ferry Road 10801, Cole County
- Kings Bluff Drive 201, Miller County
- Us 50;Us 63 Osage County
- River Road 218, Tuscumbia
- Logan Road Pulaski County
Campgrounds
- Paydown Access - Mdc
- Rollins Ferry Access - Mdc
- Roubidoux Springs
- Lake Of The Ozarks State Park
- Binder Park
- Lake Of The Ozarks Military
Paddle runs
- Northern Boundary Of Fort Leonard Wood To North Section Line Of Sec 31, T36n, R10w
- County Highway O, Laclede, County, Missouri To Ozark Spring
- Missouri State Highway 17 To Fort Leonard Wood (Army Base)
- State Highway 49 Bridge Near Dillard, Missouri To Forest Boundary In Sections 13/24, T38n, R3w
Track Hoban 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 Hoban Lake Dam
Where does the data for Hoban 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 Hoban Lake Dam.