Coldwater Ranch Dam dam
Coldwater Ranch Dam
Coldwater Ranch Dam, located on Sutton Creek in Eminence, Missouri, was completed in 2002 for the primary purpose of recreation. This earth dam, with a height of 34.9 feet and a length of 300 feet, provides a surface area of 2.5 acres and a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet. Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, the dam poses a high hazard potential due to its uncontrolled spillway and moderate risk assessment rating.
The dam, constructed with a stone core type and an unlisted/unknown foundation, is managed by private owners and has not been rated for its condition assessment. With a maximum discharge of 1 cfs, Coldwater Ranch Dam plays a crucial role in the local water resources and climate dynamics, serving as a recreational spot for enthusiasts. Despite the lack of state regulation and inspection, the dam remains an important structure in the area, contributing to the overall water management and conservation efforts in Shannon County, Missouri.
As a key feature on Sutton Creek, Coldwater Ranch Dam's presence not only enhances the local landscape but also provides opportunities for outdoor activities and water-based recreation. With its high hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, it is essential for the private owners to ensure regular maintenance and monitoring to uphold the safety and integrity of the dam. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the significance of Coldwater Ranch Dam in balancing the ecological and recreational aspects of the surrounding environment.
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 Coldwater Ranch Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Jacks Fork At Eminence | 268 cfs | → |
| Jacks Fork At Alley Spring | 109 cfs | → |
| Current River Above Akers | 325 cfs | → |
| Jacks Fork Near Mountain View | 69 cfs | → |
| Logan Creek At Ellington | 6 cfs | → |
| Current River At Van Buren | 1,230 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Coldwater Ranch Dam.
Boat launches
- Shannon County
- State Highway 106 Shannon County
- State Highway B Shannon County
- Carter Co 105 Carter County
- Van Buren
- County Road 60-102 Carter County
Campgrounds
- Shawnee Creek
- Jerktail Landing
- Two Rivers - Ozark National Scenic River
- Alley Spring
- Alley Spring - Ozark National Scenic River
- Round Spring
Fishing spots
- Huzzah Ponds
- Crane Lake Recreation Area
- Beaver Lake Recreation Area
- Howell Lake
- Parole Lake
- Timberline Lake
Paddle runs
- Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch) To Confluence With Current River (Does Not Include River Segment In Gap Between Parkland Units)
- Western Edge Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways To Confluence With Alley Spring (Branch)
- The Most Upstream Portion Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways To The Most Downstream Portion Of Ozark National Scenic Riverways
- 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
- Missouri State Highway 17 To Fort Leonard Wood (Army Base)
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About Coldwater Ranch Dam
Where does the data for Coldwater Ranch 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 Coldwater Ranch Dam.