Jones Spring dam
Jones Spring
Jones Spring, also known as Woodduck Pond, is a captivating water resource located in Oconto, Wisconsin. This Federal-owned spring serves as a vital source of water in the area, with a capacity to store up to 80 acre-feet of water. Built in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans a length of 223 feet, with a controlled spillway width of 22 feet. Its primary purpose is classified as 'Other' and it is regulated by the state with permitting and enforcement in place.
Situated in the scenic surroundings of Suring, Jones Spring plays a crucial role in managing the flow of TR Mary Creek. With a low hazard potential but a very high risk assessment rating of 1, this water resource is monitored for safety with a 10-year inspection frequency. Despite its condition being 'Not Rated', Jones Spring continues to provide valuable water storage and control in the region, contributing to the overall water resource management efforts in Wisconsin.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Jones Spring an intriguing site to explore, with its unique design and history dating back to the 1960s. As a Federal-owned structure, it represents a blend of engineering excellence and natural beauty, offering a glimpse into the intricate balance between human intervention and environmental conservation. Visitors can appreciate the significance of this earth dam as they witness the controlled flow of water and its impact on the surrounding ecosystem, making Jones Spring a must-visit destination for those passionate about water resource management and climate sustainability.
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 Jones Spring -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wolf River At Langlade | 424 cfs | → |
| Peshtigo River Near Wabeno | 326 cfs | → |
| Red River At Morgan Road Near Morgan | 322 cfs | → |
| Oconto River Near Gillett | 554 cfs | → |
| Popple River Near Fence | 122 cfs | → |
| Pike River At Amberg | 174 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jones Spring.
Boat launches
- Boot Lake -- Access Nr Camping Facilities - End Of Camp Rd Off Cth T
- Reservior Pond - Off Burnt Dam Rd W
- Bass Lake -- Picnic Ground Boat Ramp
- Reservoir Pond -- Water St Access
- Mccaslin Brook (Townsend Flowage) - Access At Cassler Lane
- Horn Lake -- Access At Along Horn Lake Rd
Campgrounds
- Boot Lake Campground
- Boot Lake Recreation Area
- Boot Lake
- Ada Lake Campground
- Ada Lake Recreation Area
- Ada Lake
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Sec 12/13 Line, T35n, R16e To Forest Boundary In Sec 24, T35n, R16e
- Confluence With Armstrong Creek To Sec 12/13 Line, T35n, R16e
- 1/4 Mile Upstream From Evans Bridge To Confluence With Armstrong Creek
- 1/4 Mile Downstream From Ccc Bridge To 1/4 Mile Upstream From Evans Bridge
- Railroad Bridge To 1/4 Mile Downstream From The Ccc Bridge
- Main Branch-Forest Boundary In Sec 18, T37n, R15e To Railroad Bridge
More reservoirs
Track Jones Spring in the Snoflo app
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About Jones Spring
Where does the data for Jones Spring 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 Jones Spring.