Stuffle Dam dam
Stuffle Dam
Located in Newton County, Missouri, Stuffle Dam was completed in 1969 and serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area. With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Hickery Creek and covers a surface area of 8 acres, providing a serene backdrop for outdoor activities.
Despite its low hazard potential, Stuffle Dam has not been rated for its current condition. The dam is privately owned and is not regulated or permitted by the state. With its strategic location in Aroma, Missouri, the dam offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based recreational activities. Stuffle Dam represents a peaceful oasis for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a tranquil escape.
For those interested in exploring the intersection of water management and environmental conservation, Stuffle Dam provides a fascinating case study. The dam's design, construction, and maintenance reflect the delicate balance between human enjoyment of natural resources and the need to protect and preserve ecosystems. As climate change continues to impact water resources, understanding the role of dams like Stuffle in mitigating risks and maximizing benefits becomes increasingly important for sustainability efforts in 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 Stuffle Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Sugar Creek Near Powell | 49 cfs | → |
| Shoal Creek Above Joplin | 271 cfs | → |
| Indian Creek Near Lanagan | 91 cfs | → |
| Buffalo Creek At Tiff City | 29 cfs | → |
| Spring River At Carthage | 252 cfs | → |
| Spring River At Larussell | 153 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Stuffle Dam.
Boat launches
- State Highway 43 Mcdonald County
- County Lane 251 7909, Jasper County
- Memorial Drive 500, Bella Vista
- Lake Ann Boat Ramp
- Lancaster Drive Bella Vista
- Stoneykirk Drive 116, Bella Vista
Campgrounds
- Neosho City Campground
- Lanagan Access City Park
- Schifferdecker Park
- Vacation Rentals
- Twin Bridges State Rec Area
- Twin Bridges State Park
Fishing spots
- Handicapped Fishing Dock
- South Prong Spavinaw Creek
- Lake Bentonville
- Lake Atalanta
- Spavinaw Creek
- Leatherwood Creek
Paddle runs
Track Stuffle Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Stuffle Dam
Where does the data for Stuffle 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 Stuffle Dam.