Land Barons Inc. dam
Land Barons Inc.
Land Barons INC. is a private entity located in Lafayette, Wisconsin, along the Tr-E.Branch Pecatonica River. The dam, designed by USDA NRCS in 1971, stands at a height of 19 feet and spans 200 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this earth dam serves purposes beyond flood control, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable water resource management in the region.
Managed and funded by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Land Barons INC. plays a crucial role in the conservation and regulation of water resources in the area. Despite the lack of recent condition assessments, the dam is deemed to be in adequate condition, with emergency action plans and risk management measures in place. With its stone core and uncontrolled spillway, the dam provides essential water storage and flood protection for the surrounding community, while also promoting environmental stewardship and climate resilience.
As climate change intensifies, Land Barons INC. serves as a model for private entities taking proactive steps to address water resource challenges. By working in collaboration with federal agencies and implementing sustainable practices, this dam exemplifies the importance of investing in infrastructure that not only protects communities from flooding but also supports ecosystem health and water conservation efforts. In a time of increasing water scarcity and extreme weather events, Land Barons INC. stands as a testament to the vital role of private landowners in safeguarding our water resources 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 Land Barons Inc. -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Br Pecatonica River Near Blanchardville | 243 cfs | → |
| Pecatonica River At Martintown | 870 cfs | → |
| Pecatonica River At Darlington | 306 cfs | → |
| Sugar River Near Brodhead | 438 cfs | → |
| Pecatonica River At Freeport | 971 cfs | → |
| Badger Mill Creek At Verona | 11 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Land Barons Inc..
Boat launches
- Pecatonica River -- Blackhawk Memorial Park Access
- Pecatonica River -- Argyle - Mill Street Boat Access
- Pecatonica River -- Sargent Rd Access
- Pecatonica River -- Pecatonica Bridge At Sth 11
- Pecatonica River -- Gratiot Conservation Club Boat Launch
- Beckman Lake -- Cadiz Springs State Park
Campgrounds
- Blackhawk Memoreial Park Campground
- Wolf Creek Cg
- Mckellar Park Campground
- Winslow Community Park
- Green County Fairgrounds
- Pecatonica River Trails Park Campground
Paddle runs
- Lone Rock To The Confluence Of The Green And Wisconsin Rivers
- Honey Creek (County Road Y On The Southern Bank) To The State Route 130 Highway Bridge Crossing At Lone Rock
More reservoirs
Track Land Barons Inc. in the Snoflo app
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About Land Barons Inc.
Where does the data for Land Barons Inc. 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 Low 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 Land Barons Inc..