Emmett Brison Dam dam
Emmett Brison Dam
Emmett Brison Dam, located in Franklin County, Missouri, stands as a testament to engineering ingenuity and serves as a popular recreational spot for locals and visitors alike. Completed in 1970, this private-owned earth dam boasts a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet. Situated on the Little Calvey River, the dam provides a tranquil setting for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.
Despite its low hazard potential, Emmett Brison Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam's primary purpose is recreation, and its design features a buttress core type. With a normal storage capacity of 26 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. While it is not regulated by the state, the dam remains a significant landmark in the Kansas City District, serving as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
As an essential part of the local landscape, Emmett Brison Dam offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The dam's location on the Little Calvey River provides a picturesque backdrop for leisure activities and serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water management practices. With its rich history and recreational opportunities, Emmett Brison Dam continues to be a beloved destination for those seeking to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of Missouri's water resources.
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 Emmett Brison Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Meramec River At Pacific | 2,000 cfs | → |
| Big River At Byrnesville | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Bourbeuse River At Union | 311 cfs | → |
| Big River Near Richwoods | 1,210 cfs | → |
| Meramec River Near Eureka | 2,450 cfs | → |
| Bonhomme Creek Near Ellisville | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Emmett Brison Dam.
Boat launches
- Stierberger Court Union
- Highway Uu Franklin County
- Highway W Franklin County
- Meramec State Park Franklin County
- Downtown Washington
- Katy Trail 1800, Saint Charles County
Campgrounds
- Robertsville State Park
- Klondike County Park
- Backpack Camp 8
- Backpack Camp 7
- Backpack Camp 6
- Backpack Camp 1
Paddle runs
Track Emmett Brison Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Emmett Brison Dam
Where does the data for Emmett Brison 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 Emmett Brison Dam.