Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam Dam
Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam
The Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam, located in Fredericktown, Missouri, was completed in 1933 and serves as a recreational reservoir for visitors to enjoy. This private dam, with a height of 28 feet, stores 90 acre-feet of water which covers a surface area of 6 acres. Despite its relatively small size, the dam poses a high hazard potential due to its condition being currently unrated.
Situated on the TR to St Francis River, the Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam is a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor recreation in the area. With a normal storage capacity of 52 acre-feet and a drainage area of 70 square miles, this earth dam with buttress core types provides a serene setting for fishing, boating, and other water activities. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam's proximity to the river and its high hazard potential highlight the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety.
Managed by a private owner, the Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam offers a glimpse into the historical significance of water resource management in the region. While not currently regulated or inspected by the state, the dam's presence adds to the natural beauty of Madison County, Missouri, attracting visitors with its picturesque surroundings and opportunities for outdoor adventure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable practices in preserving and protecting our natural environment for future generations.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| St. Francis River Near Mill Creek | 162 cfs | → |
| Little St. Francis River At Fredericktown | 12 cfs | → |
| St. Francis River Near Saco | 265 cfs | → |
| East Fork Black River Nr Lesterville | 32 cfs | → |
| East Fork Black River At Lesterville | 44 cfs | → |
| Big River Below Desloge | 150 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam.
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About Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam
Where does the data for Silver Mines Lake Resort 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 High 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 below 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.
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.