Lake Killarney Dam dam
Lake Killarney Dam
Lake Killarney Dam, located in Iron County, Missouri, was completed in 1911 and serves as a vital recreational resource for the surrounding community. Standing at a height of 29 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 1,180 acre-feet and covers an impressive surface area of 60 acres. The dam is situated on Stouts Creek and is primarily used for recreational purposes, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Despite its age, Lake Killarney Dam remains in good condition, with a hazard potential rated as high. The dam has not been inspected since May 1979, but its structural integrity and safety measures are being closely monitored. While the dam is privately owned and not regulated by the state, its importance as a recreational asset cannot be understated. With its beautiful surroundings and historic significance, Lake Killarney Dam continues to be a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to connect with nature and enjoy the benefits of sustainable water resource management.
As a remarkable feat of early 20th-century engineering, Lake Killarney Dam stands as a testament to the importance of preserving our natural resources and maintaining the integrity of our water infrastructure. Its location on Stouts Creek and close proximity to the city of Roselle make it a key focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to appreciate the beauty of Missouri's landscape while also recognizing the vital role that dams play in our environment. With a storage capacity of 1,180 acre-feet and a surface area of 60 acres, Lake Killarney Dam continues to provide a valuable source of recreation and enjoyment for locals and visitors 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 Lake Killarney Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| St. Francis River Near Mill Creek | 101 cfs | → |
| Little St. Francis River At Fredericktown | 3 cfs | → |
| St. Francis River Near Saco | 92 cfs | → |
| East Fork Black River Nr Lesterville | 6 cfs | → |
| East Fork Black River At Lesterville | 44 cfs | → |
| Big River At Irondale | 46 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Killarney Dam.
Boat launches
- Bismarch Lake Road St. Francois County
- Ozark Trail - Marble Creek Section Iron County
- Enough Boat Launch And Trailhead
- Council Bluff Lake Trail Washington County
- Mudlick Equestrian And Hike Trail Wayne County
- Choctaw Drive St. Francois County
Campgrounds
- Silver Mines
- Silver Mines Recreation Area
- Marble Creek Recreation Area
- Marble Creek Rec Area
- Johnsons Shut-Ins State Park
- St. Joe State Park
Fishing spots
- Crane Lake Recreation Area
- Howell Lake
- Parole Lake
- Timberline Lake
- Huzzah Ponds
- Beaver Lake Recreation Area
Paddle runs
- Forest Boundary At North Section Line Of Sec 4, T33n, R5e To Forest Boundary At South Section Line Of Sec 35, T32n, R5e
- Markam Spring Recreation Area To Nf Boundary
- State Highway 49 Bridge Near Dillard, Missouri To Forest Boundary In Sections 13/24, T38n, R3w
- The Most Upstream Portion Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways To The Most Downstream Portion Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways
Track Lake Killarney Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lake Killarney Dam
Where does the data for Lake Killarney 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 Lake Killarney Dam.