Wilson Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wilson South Lake Dam Mccain Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Wilson, David R.
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Summary
Dam in Missouri, completed in 1973, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management for recreation purposes. With a height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 19,661 acre-feet, this earth dam on Ten Mile Creek in Shelby County provides critical flood control and recreational opportunities for the local community. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition remains unrated, highlighting the need for ongoing inspection and maintenance to ensure public safety.
Owned privately and not regulated by the state, Wilson, David R. Dam poses unique challenges for oversight and management. The lack of state jurisdiction and permitting means that the responsibility for ensuring the dam's safety falls on its owners and operators. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam serves as a valuable asset for the community, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities in the surrounding area.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the importance of maintaining and assessing dams like Wilson, David R. Dam becomes increasingly crucial. With no recent inspection data available and a high hazard potential, there is a need for increased attention to the dam's condition and emergency preparedness. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to advocate for the proper management and maintenance of dams to ensure the safety and sustainability of our water infrastructure for future generations.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TEN MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1225 |
Drainage Area |
17088 |
Nid Storage |
19661 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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