Schneider Lake Dam dam
Schneider Lake Dam
Schneider Lake Dam, located in Boone, Kentucky, is a private dam primarily built for recreational purposes on Woolper Creek. Standing at a height of 55 feet and a length of 408 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 500 acre-feet with a surface area of 24.91 acres. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not been modified since its completion. It is situated in a serene environment with no town nearby, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The dam's risk assessment is categorized as moderate, and it has not been rated for its current condition. Although it lacks an Emergency Action Plan and inundation maps, Schneider Lake Dam continues to provide a picturesque setting for recreational activities and serves as a testament to the importance of water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.
Overall, Schneider Lake Dam stands as a testament to both the recreational potential and regulatory oversight of water resources in Kentucky. With its modest hazard potential and emphasis on safety measures, the dam serves as a prime example of responsible dam construction and maintenance in the face of potential climate challenges. As water enthusiasts and climate advocates continue to monitor and protect our natural resources, the Schneider Lake Dam stands as a symbol of the delicate balance between human enjoyment and environmental stewardship.
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 Schneider Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Woolper Creek At Woolper Road Near Burlington | 74 cfs | → |
| Gunpowder Cr At Camp Ernst Rd Nr Union | 353 cfs | → |
| Elijahs Creek @ Elijahs Creek Rd Nr Hebron | 20 cfs | → |
| Banklick Creek @ Highway 1829 Nr Erlanger | 84 cfs | → |
| Mud Lick Cr At Hwy 42 Nr Beaverlick | 318 cfs | → |
| Cruises Creek At Hwy 17 Nr Piner | 9 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Schneider Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Tanner’S Creek Drive Lawrenceburg
- Ohio River Scenic Byway 248-252, Aurora
- Hamilton County Parks - Shawnee Lookout
- Broadway Street Aurora
- Cooper Avenue 56, Cleves
- Lawrenceburg Road 4836, Whitewater Township
Track Schneider Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Schneider Lake Dam
Where does the data for Schneider Lake 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 Schneider Lake Dam.