Stacy Park Resevoir Dam dam
Stacy Park Resevoir Dam
Stacy Park Reservoir Dam, located in Olivette, Missouri, is a vital water supply structure on the River Des Peres. Built in 1928, this dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 332 acre-feet. With a surface area of 11 acres and a drainage area of 13 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in providing water to the local community.
Despite its age, Stacy Park Reservoir Dam has not been rated for its condition and is classified as having a high hazard potential. The last inspection of the dam took place in October 1980, and it is not regularly inspected. While there are no associated structures, the dam is in a buttress core type with an unlisted/unknown foundation. It is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the condition of this dam to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding area.
With its unique design and history, Stacy Park Reservoir Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring essential water supply structures. As a local government-owned facility, it is crucial to prioritize the safety and upkeep of this dam to prevent any potential risks or hazards. Water resource and climate enthusiasts should advocate for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the continued reliability and functionality of Stacy Park Reservoir Dam for years to come.
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 Stacy Park Resevoir Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Deer Creek Near Ladue | 12 cfs | → |
| River Des Peres Near University City | 6 cfs | → |
| Sebago Creek Near Rock Hill | 2 cfs | → |
| Deer Creek At Ladue | 18 cfs | → |
| River Des Peres Trib. At Pagedale | 1 cfs | → |
| Black Creek Near Brentwood | 5 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Stacy Park Resevoir Dam.
Boat launches
- Lake View Loop Trail Maryland Heights
- Kirkwood
- Grand Glaize Pkwy 1084, Valley Park
- Katy Trail Saint Charles
- Allen Road Fenton
Track Stacy Park Resevoir 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 Stacy Park Resevoir Dam
Where does the data for Stacy Park Resevoir 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 Stacy Park Resevoir Dam.