Charles Mayfield Lake dam
Charles Mayfield Lake
Charles Mayfield Lake in Barton, Missouri, is a captivating water resource that serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, offering a serene environment for nature enthusiasts and climate advocates alike. Built in 1981, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 14 feet, with a storage capacity of 146 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres. The lake boasts a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, making it a safe and enjoyable destination for outdoor activities.
Managed privately, Charles Mayfield Lake provides irrigation and recreation opportunities in addition to its primary function as a habitat for fish and wildlife. Situated along TR-PAINTERS BRANCH, this picturesque location is a vital part of the local ecosystem, supporting biodiversity and providing a peaceful retreat for visitors. With its uncontrolled spillway and stone core, the dam contributes to the conservation and preservation of water resources in the area, embodying a harmonious balance between human activities and environmental stewardship.
Overall, Charles Mayfield Lake offers a blend of functionality and natural beauty, making it a valuable asset for the community and a symbol of sustainable water management practices. As climate change continues to impact water resources, this lake stands as a reminder of the importance of responsible stewardship and conservation efforts in ensuring the long-term health and resilience of our ecosystems. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Charles Mayfield Lake serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration, highlighting the positive impact that thoughtful management can have on 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 Charles Mayfield Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Drywood Creek At Prairie State Park | · | → |
| Turnback Creek Above Greenfield | 301 cfs | → |
| Marmaton River Near Nevada | 332 cfs | → |
| Spring River At Carthage | 581 cfs | → |
| Sac River At Hwy J Below Stockton | 1,310 cfs | → |
| Cedar Creek Near Pleasant View | 243 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Charles Mayfield Lake.
Boat launches
- Route H Dade County
- East Cove Drive Umber View Heights
- South 1527 Road 17499, Cedar County
- Southwest 50th Road Barton County
- Cedar County
- State Road Cc Dade County
Track Charles Mayfield Lake 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 Charles Mayfield Lake
Where does the data for Charles Mayfield Lake 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 Charles Mayfield Lake.