Stoker Lake Dam dam
Stoker Lake Dam
Stoker Lake Dam, located in Tom Green, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1965 on Bottle Creek. Standing at a height of 20 feet and a length of 1000 feet, this dam serves a primary purpose that goes beyond just water storage. With a normal storage capacity of 28 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 55 acre-feet, Stoker Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam has undergone inspections and has outlet gates for controlled release of water. The risk assessment for Stoker Lake Dam indicates a high risk level, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance and management to ensure the safety of the structure and the surrounding area. As a significant part of the local water infrastructure, Stoker Lake Dam is a vital component for climate enthusiasts interested in understanding how water resources are managed and maintained in the face of changing climatic conditions.
With its unique design and purpose, Stoker Lake Dam stands as a testament to human ingenuity in harnessing water resources for various needs. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the dam offers a fascinating case study in the intersection of infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and climate resilience. As the region continues to face challenges related to water management, Stoker Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive planning and maintenance to safeguard our valuable water resources for the future.
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 Stoker Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Rv Nr Ballinger | 0 cfs | → |
| Concho Rv At San Angelo | 3 cfs | → |
| Concho Rv At Paint Rock | 11 cfs | → |
| Red Arroyo At S. Chadbourne St. Nr San Angelo | 2 cfs | → |
| Elm Ck At Ballinger | 13 cfs | → |
| North Concho Rv Nr Grape Creek | · | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Stoker Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Knickerbocker Road San Angelo
- Red Bluff Ramp Road 2700, San Angelo
- Rm 584 Tom Green County
- R 9 Coleman County
Campgrounds
- Ballinger Lake Park
- Ballinger City Park
- Lake Knifrim County Park
- San Angelo State Park
- Goodfellow Afb Military
- Spring Creek Marina & Rv Park - San Angelo
Fishing spots
Track Stoker Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Stoker Lake Dam
Where does the data for Stoker Lake 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 Not Available 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 Stoker Lake Dam.