Carp Lake Dam dam
Carp Lake Dam
Carp Lake Dam, located in Jackson County, Missouri, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management for recreation purposes. Built in 1956, this earth dam spans 600 feet in length and reaches a height of 45 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 83 acre-feet. Positioned along the TR-Little Blue River, the dam serves as a vital component for the community of Lees Summit, offering a surface area of 4 acres for recreational activities.
Maintained by a private owner, Carp Lake Dam is regulated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY Program in Missouri. With a satisfactory condition assessment and a low hazard potential, the dam poses minimal risk to the surrounding area. Regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure the safety and functionality of the structure, with the last inspection completed in November 2016. While the dam's primary purpose is for recreation, it also plays a role in flood control and water resource management in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the significance of Carp Lake Dam lies in its role as a vital infrastructure for both recreational activities and environmental conservation. With its moderate risk assessment and satisfactory condition, the dam stands as a reliable asset for the community, providing a safe and enjoyable space for residents and visitors alike to appreciate the beauty of nature while also respecting the power of water management.
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 Carp Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Fork Little Blue River Nr Blue Springs | 10 cfs | → |
| Little Blue River Near Lake City | 83 cfs | → |
| Blue River At Stadium Drive In Kc | 93 cfs | → |
| Blue River At Kansas City | 77 cfs | → |
| Brush Creek At Ward Parkway In Kansas City | 1 cfs | → |
| Missouri River At Kansas City | 39,500 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Carp Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Lee's Summit
- Mo 291 Sugar Creek
- Southeast Raytown Road Lee's Summit
- River Front Park Kansas City
- South Lake Road Cass County
- Clay County
Track Carp 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 Carp Lake Dam
Where does the data for Carp 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 Carp Lake Dam.