Woodcliff Lake Dam dam
Woodcliff Lake Dam
Woodcliff Lake Dam, located in Jefferson County, Missouri, was completed in 1965 and serves as a beloved spot for recreational activities. This private dam, with a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, is primarily used for leisure purposes, offering a tranquil setting for visitors to enjoy activities such as fishing and boating on the six-acre surface area of the lake. Despite its low hazard potential and unlisted foundation type, Woodcliff Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Situated near the TR to Big River, this earth dam with a buttress core type is not regulated by the state and does not require permits, inspections, or enforcement. With no associated structures and no state jurisdiction over its operations, Woodcliff Lake Dam stands as a testament to the balance of nature and human recreation. As climate and water resource enthusiasts explore the area, they can appreciate the beauty and functionality of this structure, which continues to provide a peaceful retreat for the community of Times Beach.
Although lacking in detailed risk assessment and emergency preparedness measures, Woodcliff Lake Dam remains a popular destination for those seeking a connection to the outdoors. As visitors admire the engineering of the dam and the serenity of the surrounding landscape, they can also reflect on the importance of sustainable water management practices and the impact of climate change on our natural resources. Woodcliff Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human enjoyment and environmental stewardship in the face of evolving weather patterns and water dynamics.
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 Woodcliff Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big River At Byrnesville | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Meramec River At Pacific | 2,000 cfs | → |
| Meramec River Near Eureka | 2,450 cfs | → |
| Williams Creek Near Peerless Park | 9 cfs | → |
| Kiefer Creek Near Ballwin | 10 cfs | → |
| Fishpot Creek At Valley Park | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Woodcliff Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Ellis Grove Parkway Jefferson County
- Allen Road 204, Fenton
- Allen Road Fenton
- Grand Glaize Pkwy 1084, Valley Park
- Kirkwood
- Lemay Ferry Road Oakville
Campgrounds
- Robertsville State Park
- Babler Memorial State Park
- Klondike County Park
- Washington State Park
- Backpack Camp 8
- Backpack Camp 7
Paddle runs
Track Woodcliff Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Woodcliff Lake Dam
Where does the data for Woodcliff 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 Woodcliff Lake Dam.