Witt Dam dam
Witt Dam
Witt Dam, located in Macon, Missouri, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1997 for the primary purpose of Grade Stabilization along the Musselfork River. Standing at a height of 27.9 feet with a hydraulic height of 25 feet, this dam spans a length of 2250 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 22 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Witt Dam is not state-regulated and does not currently have a formal emergency action plan in place.
The dam's spillway, of uncontrolled type with a width of 10 feet, serves to manage maximum discharge rates of up to 22.7 cubic feet per second. While Witt Dam does not have any outlet gates or associated structures, it plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and preventing erosion in the area. The dam's location in Macon, Missouri, showcases its importance in maintaining the ecological balance of the Musselfork River and surrounding watershed, making it a significant feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and appreciate.
With its stone core and soil foundation, Witt Dam exemplifies the synergy between natural materials and engineering design in water management systems. Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, the dam's construction and purpose highlight the importance of private stewardship in maintaining water resources and mitigating environmental risks. As water enthusiasts and climate advocates, understanding the role of structures like Witt Dam in safeguarding ecosystems and controlling water flow is crucial for promoting sustainable water management practices and preserving the health of our rivers and streams.
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 Witt Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Fork Little Chariton R. Nr Macon | 89 cfs | → |
| Chariton River Near Prairie Hill | 169 cfs | → |
| Long Branch Creek Near Atlanta | 0 cfs | → |
| Mussel Fork Near Musselfork | 46 cfs | → |
| Locust Creek Near Linneus | 70 cfs | → |
| Grand River Near Sumner | 1,030 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Witt Dam.
Track Witt 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 Witt Dam
Where does the data for Witt 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 Witt Dam.