Mcilwaine Farm Lake Dam, located in Ray County, Missouri, serves multiple purposes including grade stabilization, fire protection, and providing a small fish pond for the owners.
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Completed in 1980, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a hydraulic height of 24 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 33 acre-feet. The dam is associated with the TR-ROCKY FORK river/stream and is under the jurisdiction of the Rock Island District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Mcilwaine Farm Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. It is currently not rated for its condition assessment, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place for the dam. The spillway of the dam is uncontrolled with a width of 42 feet, and there are no outlet gates present. With a drainage area of 96 acres, the dam has a surface area of 1 acre and a normal storage capacity of 18 acre-feet. While the dam is not state regulated, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ROCKY FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
96 |
Nid Storage |
33 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |