Walnut Glenn Lake Dam, located in Phelps County, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam that stands at a height of 37 feet.
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The dam, designed by MCCAUL, serves the purpose of impounding water from an unnamed tributary of Camp Creek. With a storage capacity of 308 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 383 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, Walnut Glenn Lake Dam has been deemed to be in satisfactory condition during its last assessment in 2012. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a surface area of 13 acres and a drainage area of 325 square miles. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk level, and it falls under the jurisdiction of the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG in Missouri.
With its strategic location and vital role in water management, Walnut Glenn Lake Dam represents a key infrastructure for the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the dam's design and features, which contribute to the overall sustainability and resilience of the area's water supply system. The dam's inspection and regulatory processes ensure its continued operation and safety for the surrounding community and ecosystem.
Dam Length |
485 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIB OF CAMP CREEK |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
32.9 |
Drainage Area |
325 |
Nid Storage |
308 |
Structural Height |
47 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
47 |
Gasconade River At Jerome
|
944cfs |
Little Piney Creek At Newburg
|
82cfs |
Bourbeuse River Near High Gate
|
2cfs |
Big Piney Below Ft. Leonard Wood
|
297cfs |
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain
|
1030cfs |
Big Piney River Near Big Piney
|
228cfs |