Don Manetz Dam dam
Don Manetz Dam
Don Manetz Dam, located in Patterson, Missouri, was completed in 1962 and serves primarily for recreational purposes. This private dam, standing at a height of 20 feet and with a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet, is situated on the Handy Hollow River. Despite its low hazard potential and "Not Rated" condition assessment, Don Manetz Dam does not fall under state regulation or inspection, suggesting a unique level of independence in its management.
With a surface area of 8 acres and a drainage area of 350 acres, Don Manetz Dam offers a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the surrounding natural beauty. Although lacking specific spillway information or outlet gates, the dam's design as an earth structure with buttress core types signifies its robust construction. Its location in Wayne County reflects the dedication to preserving water resources for recreational enjoyment in the region.
While Don Manetz Dam may not have received recent assessments or updates, its historical significance as a recreational reservoir in Missouri remains evident. The dam's inclusion in the St. Louis District and its proximity to the community of Patterson underscore its importance in providing both leisure opportunities and water resource management. For those interested in exploring lesser-known water infrastructure, Don Manetz Dam offers a unique glimpse into the intersection of human ingenuity 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 Don Manetz Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Black River At Leeper | 377 cfs | → |
| St. Francis River Near Patterson | 409 cfs | → |
| Black River Near Annapolis | 351 cfs | → |
| St. Francis River Near Saco | 166 cfs | → |
| St. Francis River At Wappapello | 590 cfs | → |
| Logan Creek At Ellington | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Don Manetz Dam.
Boat launches
- Wayne County
- Mudlick Equestrian And Hike Trail Wayne County
- County Road 501 Butler County
- State Highway W Wayne County
- Us 60 Carter County
- People's Creek Road 29, Wayne County
Campgrounds
- Greenville - Lake Wappapello
- Markham Springs Recreation Area
- Sulphur Springs - Lake Wappapello
- River Road - Clearwater Lake
- Piedmont - Clearwater Lake
- Sam A Baker State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Markam Spring Recreation Area To Nf Boundary
- Forest Boundary At North Section Line Of Sec 4, T33n, R5e To Forest Boundary At South Section Line Of Sec 35, T32n, R5e
- The Most Upstream Portion Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways To The Most Downstream Portion Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways
- Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch) To Confluence With Current River (Does Not Include River Segment In Gap Between Parkland Units)
Track Don Manetz 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 Don Manetz Dam
Where does the data for Don Manetz 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 Don Manetz Dam.