Tom Jenkins Dam dam
Tom Jenkins Dam
Tom Jenkins Dam, also known as Burr Oak Lake, is a Federal-owned structure located in Glouster, Ohio. Completed in 1950 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, this Earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 84 feet and has a hydraulic height of 60 feet. With a storage capacity of 26,900 acre-feet and a surface area of 664 acres, the dam serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction, recreation, and water supply for the local area.
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam has a high hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. To mitigate flood risks, the agency conducts regular inspections, maintenance, and repairs to ensure the dam's structural integrity. Additionally, they engage with local emergency managers and the public to raise awareness and develop emergency action plans in case of a dam-related emergency. The agency also monitors water levels and releases water as needed to manage downstream flow and prevent overwhelming the dam during severe weather events.
In summary, Tom Jenkins Dam is a vital infrastructure project that plays a crucial role in managing flood risks and providing water resources for the surrounding community. Through proactive risk management measures and collaboration with local stakeholders, the US Army Corps of Engineers ensures the safety and functionality of this important dam structure.
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 Tom Jenkins Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday Creek Below Millfield Oh | 54 cfs | → |
| Monday Creek At Doanville Oh | 48 cfs | → |
| Muskingum River At Mcconnelsville Oh | 5,910 cfs | → |
| Hocking River At Athens Oh | 297 cfs | → |
| Muskingum River At Beverly Oh | 6,440 cfs | → |
| Hocking River At Enterprise Oh | 166 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Tom Jenkins Dam.
Boat launches
- Malta Ramp
- Mcconnelsville Lock And Dam Ramp No.7
- Beverly Ramp
- Rush Creek Lake
- Coolville Ramp
- Cherry Blossom Lane Washington County
Campgrounds
- Burr Oak Cove Campground
- Burr Oak State Park
- Chestnut Grove Camp Site
- Area 31 Campsite
- Camp Akita
- Woodgrove Campground H
Fishing spots
Track Tom Jenkins Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Tom Jenkins Dam
Where does the data for Tom Jenkins 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 Tom Jenkins Dam.