Crossings Of Springdale Lake No. 1 Dam dam
Crossings Of Springdale Lake No. 1 Dam
Located in Hamilton, Ohio, the Crossings of Springdale Lake No. 1 Dam stands as a testament to flood risk reduction efforts in the region. Built in 1979, this private-owned Earth dam plays a crucial role in managing the water levels of the tributary to Mill Creek. With a height of 28.5 feet and a storage capacity of 33.5 acre-feet, the dam helps mitigate potential flooding events while maintaining a normal storage level of 10.7 acre-feet.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, the dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With a fair condition assessment as of April 2016, the Crossings of Springdale Lake No. 1 Dam poses a significant hazard potential, prompting a five-year inspection frequency. While no spillway type is specified, the dam's design and construction by FETTERS-BAYER & ASSOCIATES from Fairfield, Ohio, showcase a commitment to water resource management and environmental stewardship.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Crossings of Springdale Lake No. 1 Dam represents a vital piece of infrastructure in the region's flood risk reduction efforts. Its strategic location, design, and state-regulated oversight highlight the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding communities against potential water-related disasters. With continued monitoring and adherence to regulatory standards, this Earth dam serves as a beacon of resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions and evolving water resource management practices.
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 Crossings Of Springdale Lake No. 1 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek At East Sharon Rd At Sharonville Oh | 442 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Evendale Oh | 612 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Carthage Oh | 853 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Hamilton Oh | 12,000 cfs | → |
| Little Miami River At Milford Oh | 2,150 cfs | → |
| O'Bannon Creek Near Loveland Oh | 147 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Crossings Of Springdale Lake No. 1 Dam.
Track Crossings Of Springdale Lake No. 1 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Crossings Of Springdale Lake No. 1 Dam
Where does the data for Crossings Of Springdale Lake No. 1 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 Significant 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.
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