Atha Dam dam
Atha Dam
Located in Macon, Missouri, Atha Dam on Brush Creek is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for grade stabilization. Completed in 1995, this dam stands at 30 feet tall with a structural height of 27 feet and a length of 206 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 40 acre-feet and serves to control the flow of water in the area, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
With a spillway width of 20 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type, Atha Dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and mitigating potential flooding risks in the region. The dam's drainage area covers 268.8 square miles, providing water resource and climate enthusiasts with an opportunity to study the impact of this infrastructure on the local ecosystem. Despite not being regulated by the state and lacking regular inspections, Atha Dam remains a key feature in the Rock Island District, showcasing the intersection of human engineering and natural resource management.
As one explores the details of Atha Dam, its significance in maintaining the stability of Brush Creek becomes apparent. While the dam's condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," its purpose of grade stabilization underscores the importance of such structures in water management. With a focus on risk management and emergency preparedness, Atha Dam stands as a testament to the intricate balance between harnessing water resources for human benefit while respecting the natural 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 Atha Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Long Branch Creek Near Atlanta | 0 cfs | → |
| East Fork Little Chariton R. Nr Macon | 106 cfs | → |
| Locust Creek Near Linneus | 91 cfs | → |
| Chariton River Near Prairie Hill | 238 cfs | → |
| Chariton River At Novinger | 173 cfs | → |
| Mussel Fork Near Musselfork | 61 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Atha Dam.
⚓ Boat launches
More boat launches →⛺ Campgrounds
- Brookfield City Park
- Long Branch State Park
- Thomas Hill Reservoir - Hwy T Campground - Mdc
- Macon Co Park
- Thousand Hills State Park
- Pershing State Park
🛡 More reservoirs
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About Atha Dam
Where does the data for Atha 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 Atha Dam.