Biggs Lower Lake Dam dam
Biggs Lower Lake Dam
Biggs Lower Lake Dam, located in Marshfield, Missouri, is a privately owned Earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation. Completed in 1950, this dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 94 acre-feet. The reservoir created by the dam covers 7 acres and drains an area of 65 square miles, providing a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various water-based activities.
Despite being privately owned, Biggs Lower Lake Dam has a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring. The dam is not currently regulated by the state and has not been inspected or assessed for its condition. The lack of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated contact information raises concerns about the preparedness for potential emergencies and the need for risk management measures. As a fan of water resources and climate, staying informed about the status of dams like Biggs Lower Lake Dam is crucial in ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water infrastructure.
With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, Biggs Lower Lake Dam serves as a valuable asset to the community. However, the lack of state regulation and inspection raises important questions about its safety and maintenance. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, advocating for proper oversight and management of dams like Biggs Lower Lake Dam is essential in safeguarding our water resources for future generations. Stay engaged, stay informed, and support efforts to ensure the sustainability and safety of our water infrastructure.
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 Biggs Lower Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Fork Dry Sac River Near Springfield | 6 cfs | → |
| Pearson Creek Near Springfield | 15 cfs | → |
| James River Near Springfield | 66 cfs | → |
| Niangua River At Windyville | 143 cfs | → |
| Wilson Creek At Springfield | 12 cfs | → |
| Wilson Creek Near Springfield | 15 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Biggs Lower Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Freight Road Dallas County
- Lake Springfield Park Road Springfield
- Bssp 1 Road Laclede County
- Dallas County
Campgrounds
Track Biggs Lower Lake 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 Biggs Lower Lake Dam
Where does the data for Biggs Lower 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 High 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 Biggs Lower Lake Dam.