Freddies Lake Dam dam
Freddies Lake Dam
Freddies Lake Dam, located in Hartville, Missouri, is a private-owned structure on Indian Creek with a primary purpose of recreation. This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 431 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 26 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. Despite not being regulated by the state, this dam has a significant hazard potential, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure public safety.
The dam, completed in an unknown year, has not been inspected since September 1994, with its condition currently rated as "Not Rated." With no Emergency Action Plan in place, there are potential risks associated with the dam that need to be addressed to mitigate any potential threats to the surrounding community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to advocate for the implementation of proper risk management measures and regular inspections to ensure the safety and longevity of dams like Freddies Lake Dam.
With its tranquil setting and recreational opportunities, Freddies Lake Dam serves as a valuable asset to the community. However, with its significant hazard potential and lack of recent inspections, there is a pressing need for increased oversight and maintenance to safeguard the dam and the individuals who enjoy its benefits. By staying informed and advocating for proper risk management practices, water resource and climate enthusiasts can play a vital role in preserving the integrity of structures like Freddies Lake Dam for future generations to enjoy.
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 Freddies Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Roubidoux Creek Above Ft. Leonard Wood | 26 cfs | → |
| Gasconade River Near Hazelgreen | 339 cfs | → |
| Niangua River At Windyville | 114 cfs | → |
| Big Piney River Near Big Piney | 253 cfs | → |
| Pearson Creek Near Springfield | 21 cfs | → |
| James River Near Springfield | 68 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Freddies Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Dawn Road Laclede County
- Lake Drive Texas County
- State Highway 17 Texas County
- Freight Road Dallas County
Paddle runs
- Missouri State Highway 17 To Fort Leonard Wood (Army Base)
- County Highway O, Laclede, County, Missouri To Ozark Spring
- Hebron Access Site To Southern Forest Boundary In Sec 33, T24n, R11w
- Northern Boundary Of Fort Leonard Wood To North Section Line Of Sec 31, T36n, R10w
- Western Edge Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways To Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch)
Track Freddies Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Freddies Lake Dam
Where does the data for Freddies 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 Significant 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 Freddies Lake Dam.