Located in Mercer, Missouri, Leslie Coker is a private earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for grade stabilization along the TR-MEDICINE river.
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Completed in 1998, this structure stands at 30 feet tall with a length of 421 feet, offering a storage capacity of 35 acre-feet on its 7-acre surface area. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Leslie Coker has not been inspected or assessed for condition to date.
Owned and operated by a private entity, Leslie Coker serves a primary purpose of grade stabilization and is not regulated or permitted by the state of Missouri. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet and has no outlet gates or associated structures. With a drainage area of 288 acres and a maximum discharge of 12 cubic feet per second, this earth dam plays a significant role in managing water resources and maintaining the ecological balance in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Leslie Coker presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned earth dam that contributes to watershed management and flood control along the TR-MEDICINE river. With its unique design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this structure stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts in preserving water resources and safeguarding the environment in Mercer, Missouri.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
421 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MEDICINE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
288 |
Nid Storage |
35 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |