Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-56 dam
Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-56
Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-56, located in Lewis County, Missouri, was completed in 1979 with the primary purpose of grade stabilization along the TR-Buck Run stream. This earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a hydraulic height of 27 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 35 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 24 acre-feet. With a surface area of 2.8 acres and a drainage area of 128 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding in the region.
Managed by a private owner and designed by the USDA NRCS, Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-56 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has not been inspected recently, and its emergency action plan (EAP) status is unknown. With an uncontrolled spillway type and no outlet gates, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the area, but there may be a need for further assessment and preparation for potential emergencies or disasters.
In the event of any modifications or updates to the dam, it is essential for the owner to prioritize regular inspections, prepare an updated EAP, and ensure that the structure meets safety guidelines. With its capacity to mitigate flood risks and stabilize the surrounding area, Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-56 plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts within the region.
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 Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-56 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wyaconda River Above Canton | 785 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek Near Marcelline | 210 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Wayland | 537 cfs | → |
| Des Moines River At St. Francisville | 11,200 cfs | → |
| South Fabius River Near Taylor | 69 cfs | → |
| North River At Palmyra | 156 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-56.
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About Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-56
Where does the data for Buck & Doe Run Watershed Dam Lt-56 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.
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