Al Jurgeson Lake Dam dam
Al Jurgeson Lake Dam
Al Jurgeson Lake Dam, located in Peculiar, Missouri, was completed in 1975 and serves as a recreational water resource for the surrounding area. The dam, standing at a height of 28 feet, has a storage capacity of 240 acre-feet and a surface area of 16 acres. While it is privately owned and not regulated by the state, the dam is classified as low hazard potential with a condition assessment of "Not Rated." Despite its unlisted foundation type, the dam continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for water enthusiasts in the region.
Although the dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, it maintains a normal storage capacity of 128 acre-feet for recreational activities such as fishing and boating. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, offering a tranquil setting for visitors to enjoy the water and surrounding natural landscape. With a low hazard potential, the dam poses minimal risk to the surrounding area and is not currently regulated or inspected by state agencies. As a part of the Tulsa District, the dam contributes to the overall water management and conservation efforts in the region.
While Al Jurgeson Lake Dam may not have undergone recent inspections or condition assessments, its role in providing recreational opportunities and managing water resources is essential to the community. With its Earth core type and buttress structure, the dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and serves as a valuable asset for those who appreciate the beauty and tranquility of the natural environment. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam continues to be a safe and enjoyable destination for water and climate enthusiasts alike.
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 Al Jurgeson Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Blue R At Kenneth Rd | 92 cfs | → |
| Blue R Nr Stanley | 60 cfs | → |
| Blue River At Blue Ridge Blvd Ext In Kc | 137 cfs | → |
| Tomahawk C Nr Overland Park | 23 cfs | → |
| Indian C At State Line Rd | 105 cfs | → |
| Indian C At Overland Park | 31 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Al Jurgeson Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- East Loch Lloyd Parkway Loch Lloyd
- River Trail Kansas City
- Cass County
- Southeast Raytown Road Lee's Summit
- East 319th Street Cass County
- South Lake Road Cass County
Track Al Jurgeson Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Al Jurgeson Lake Dam
Where does the data for Al Jurgeson 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 Al Jurgeson Lake Dam.