D. O. Allen Dam dam
D. O. Allen Dam
D. O. Allen Dam, located in Ozark, Missouri, along the Gardner Hollow river, was completed in 1985 for the primary purpose of recreation. This private earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 100 acre-feet. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam has a high hazard potential, indicating the need for proper maintenance and monitoring.
The dam, owned by a private entity, is not subject to state jurisdiction or permitting, but it still plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities in the area. With a surface area of 12 acres and a drainage area of 450 square miles, the dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. However, its high hazard potential underscores the importance of proper risk management measures and emergency preparedness.
Although the condition of D. O. Allen Dam is currently not rated, it is essential for authorities to conduct regular inspections and assessments to ensure its structural integrity and safety. As a significant feature in the region's landscape, the dam not only provides recreational benefits but also highlights the delicate balance between water resource management and climate resilience. Engaging in proactive risk management practices will be crucial in safeguarding both the dam and the surrounding environment for future generations.
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 D. O. Allen Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bryant Creek Near Tecumseh | 320 cfs | → |
| North Fork River Near Tecumseh | 457 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek At Bradleyville | 105 cfs | → |
| White River Near Norfork | 2,770 cfs | → |
| Bull Creek Near Walnut Shade | 42 cfs | → |
| White River At Calico Rock | 3,360 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near D. O. Allen Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Rippee Conserrvation Area - Mdc
- Patrick Bridge Access - Mdc
- Theodosia
- North Fork Recreation Area
- Wolf Junction (Gtt Stop 7)
- Pontiac
Fishing spots
- Little North Fork White River
- Trimble Creek
- Bull Shoals Lake
- Bull Shoals Tailwater
- Langston Lake
- Gunner Creek
Track D. O. Allen Dam in the Snoflo app
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About D. O. Allen Dam
Where does the data for D. O. Allen 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 D. O. Allen Dam.