Wendt Lake Dam dam
Wendt Lake Dam
Wendt Lake Dam, located in Oregon, Missouri, was completed in 1965 for the primary purpose of recreation. This private dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. It is situated on the TR to Janes Creek river or stream and covers a surface area of 6 acres with a drainage area of 36 acres.
Despite its age, Wendt Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. It is currently not regulated, permitted, inspected, or enforced by any state agency. The dam is owned privately and is not under the jurisdiction of the state. With its recreational focus and tranquil surroundings, Wendt Lake Dam is a hidden gem for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to explore the beauty of Missouri's natural landscapes.
For those interested in water resource management and dam infrastructure, Wendt Lake Dam serves as a unique case study in private ownership and recreational usage. Its peaceful setting in Pocahontis, Arkansas, offers a glimpse into the intersection of human-made structures and natural ecosystems. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its low hazard potential suggests a stable and safe environment for visitors to enjoy water-based activities. Whether for research or leisure, Wendt Lake Dam presents an intriguing opportunity for exploration and appreciation of the importance of water resources in shaping our environment.
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 Wendt Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mammoth Spring At Mammoth Spring | 428 cfs | → |
| Eleven Point River Near Bardley | 493 cfs | → |
| Spring River At Town Branch Bridge At Hardy | 385 cfs | → |
| Elevenpoint River Near Ravenden Springs | 607 cfs | → |
| Spring River At Imboden | 441 cfs | → |
| Black River At Pocahontas | 3,120 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Wendt Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Highway 142 River Access
- East Walnut Street Oregon County
- Riverton West River Access
- Us 160 33188, Oregon County
- Riverton East River Access
- Beach Road Hardy
Campgrounds
- Morgan Spring Float Camp
- Boze Mill Float Camp
- Greenbriar Float Camp
- Whites Creek Float Camp
- Barn Hollow Float Camp
- Horseshoe Bend Float Camp
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- The Most Upstream Portion Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways To The Most Downstream Portion Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways
- Western Edge Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways To Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch)
- Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch) To Confluence With Current River (Does Not Include River Segment In Gap Between Parkland Units)
- Hebron Access Site To Southern Forest Boundary In Sec 33, T24n, R11w
- Markam Spring Recreation Area To Nf Boundary
Track Wendt 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 Wendt Lake Dam
Where does the data for Wendt 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 Wendt Lake Dam.