Dd Iv-12 dam
Dd Iv-12
Dd Iv-12 is a local government-owned dam located in Fort Scott, Kansas, designed for flood risk reduction along Mill Creek-TR. Completed in 1998, the earth dam stands at 19 feet tall and spans 1250 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 338.1 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has not been rated for its current condition, highlighting a potential area for further assessment and maintenance.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 800 cubic feet per second. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, Dd Iv-12 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding Bourbon County from potential flooding events. The dam's location in a regulated state with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place ensures its compliance with safety standards and regulations, contributing to its overall operational effectiveness.
As a key infrastructure within the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Dd Iv-12 serves as a vital component in the region's water resource management system. With its strategic positioning and design features, the dam not only mitigates flood risks but also supports the sustainable use of water resources in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Dd Iv-12 presents an interesting case study in dam engineering and management, showcasing the intersection of infrastructure, environmental protection, and community resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Dd Iv-12 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Marmaton R Nr Uniontown | 3 cfs | → |
| Marmaton R Nr Marmaton | 194 cfs | → |
| Marmaton R Nr Fort Scott | 58 cfs | → |
| L Osage R At Fulton | 384 cfs | → |
| Marais Des Cygnes R Nr Ks-Mo St Line | 881 cfs | → |
| Marmaton River Near Nevada | 34 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dd Iv-12.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Rock Creek Lake - Fort Scott
- Gunn Park
- Fort Scott Lake
- Best Camping Spot On Lake
- Iola Rv Park & Storage
- Erie City Park
More reservoirs
Track Dd Iv-12 in the Snoflo app
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About Dd Iv-12
Where does the data for Dd Iv-12 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 Dd Iv-12.