Fletcher Clarification Dam(Inundated) Dam
Fletcher Clarification Dam(Inundated)
Located in Reynolds County, Missouri, the Fletcher Clarification Dam (Inundated) is a private earth dam built in 1974 with a primary purpose of "Other". Standing at 15 feet in height, the dam has a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 33 acre-feet. While the dam's hazard potential is rated as low, its condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated", indicating a lack of recent evaluation.
Situated on TR BEE FORK, this dam is managed by private owners and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Missouri. The surrounding area boasts a surface area of 11 acres and a drainage area of 275 square miles. Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, the dam serves as a crucial water resource for the region, emphasizing the importance of monitoring and maintaining its structural integrity in the face of changing climate conditions.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor the impact of climate change on water infrastructure, the Fletcher Clarification Dam (Inundated) presents an intriguing case study. With no designated outlet gates or spillway type listed, the dam's design and functionality in response to extreme weather events remain a topic of interest. As efforts to address climate-related risks to dams and water resources intensify, understanding the condition and management of structures like the Fletcher Clarification Dam will be crucial for ensuring the resilience and sustainability of water systems in the face of a changing climate.
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 Fletcher Clarification Dam(Inundated) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Fork Black River At Lesterville | 44 cfs | → |
| East Fork Black River Nr Lesterville | 32 cfs | → |
| Logan Creek At Ellington | 4 cfs | → |
| Black River Near Annapolis | 704 cfs | → |
| Current River Above Akers | 233 cfs | → |
| Jacks Fork At Eminence | 162 cfs | → |
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About Fletcher Clarification Dam(Inundated)
Where does the data for Fletcher Clarification Dam(Inundated) 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 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.