Redhage Lake Dam dam
Redhage Lake Dam
Redhage Lake Dam, located in Pacific, Missouri, was completed in 1972 and serves as a recreation spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities, this earth dam reaches a height of 34 feet and has a storage capacity of 236 acre-feet. The dam has a surface area of 13 acres and drains an area of 60 square miles, making it a significant feature in the local landscape.
Despite its recreational benefits, Redhage Lake Dam carries a high hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam is privately owned and is not regulated by the state, nor does it have any associated structures or inspection frequency listed. While the dam may present a hazard, it remains a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to enjoy the beauty of the Little Meramec River and its surrounding area.
Although Redhage Lake Dam may pose a potential risk, its role as a recreational resource cannot be overlooked. Visitors to the dam can appreciate its natural surroundings and the opportunities it provides for outdoor activities. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to explore the region, Redhage Lake Dam stands as a reminder of the delicate balance between harnessing natural resources for human recreation and the need for careful management to ensure safety and environmental sustainability.
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 Redhage Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bourbeuse River At Union | 311 cfs | → |
| Meramec River At Pacific | 2,000 cfs | → |
| Big River Near Richwoods | 1,210 cfs | → |
| Big River At Byrnesville | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Meramec River Near Sullivan | 1,190 cfs | → |
| Meramec River Near Eureka | 2,450 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Redhage Lake Dam.
Track Redhage 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 Redhage Lake Dam
Where does the data for Redhage 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 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 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 Redhage Lake Dam.