Tobben Lake Dam dam
Tobben Lake Dam
Tobben Lake Dam, located in Warren County, Missouri, stands as a testament to the importance of water resources in the region. Completed in 1972, this earth dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, providing a serene and picturesque lake for visitors to enjoy. With a dam height of 34 feet and a length of 400 feet, Tobben Lake Dam has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, making it a vital component in the local water management system.
Despite its low hazard potential and the fact that it is not currently rated for condition assessment, Tobben Lake Dam plays a crucial role in the community's water infrastructure. The dam's location on the TR-Missouri River, under the stewardship of a private owner, ensures that the surrounding area benefits from flood control and water supply management. While not regulated or inspected by the state, Tobben Lake Dam remains a reliable structure that enhances the natural beauty of the region.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the significance of Tobben Lake Dam as a recreational oasis nestled in the heart of Missouri. Its construction and operation reflect a commitment to balancing human needs with environmental stewardship, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. With its peaceful setting and valuable contributions to the local ecosystem, Tobben Lake Dam stands as a symbol of the vital connection between water resources and community well-being.
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 Tobben Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bourbeuse River At Union | 329 cfs | → |
| Meramec River At Pacific | 1,360 cfs | → |
| Bonhomme Creek Near Ellisville | 3 cfs | → |
| Dardenne Creek At Ofallon | 185 cfs | → |
| Bonhomme Creek Near Clarkson Valley | 11 cfs | → |
| Caulks Creek At Chesterfield | 60 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Tobben Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Downtown Washington
- Stierberger Court Union
- Buchheit Road 128, Franklin County
- Highway Uu Franklin County
- Katy Trail 1800, Saint Charles County
- Katy Trail Warren County
Campgrounds
- Klondike County Park
- Robertsville State Park
- Camp Trinity
- Babler Memorial State Park
- Backpack Camp 7
- Backpack Camp 6
Paddle runs
Track Tobben Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Tobben Lake Dam
Where does the data for Tobben 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 Tobben Lake Dam.