Wyatt Lake Dam, located in Montgomery, Missouri, was completed in 1975 with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a length of 500 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 32 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-Gleason Branch-Quick Creek and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Managed by a private owner, Wyatt Lake Dam is not regulated or permitted by the state, but it falls under the jurisdiction of the St. Louis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 48 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 300 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and no emergency action plan has been prepared. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Wyatt Lake Dam offers a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of human engineering and natural water systems in the heart of Missouri.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GLEASON BR-QUICK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
600 |
Nid Storage |
39 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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|
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