Wilbur Larason, a private dam located in Mercer, Missouri, serves as a vital water supply structure along the TR-Little River.
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Constructed in 1998 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 30 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a structural height of 30 feet. With a storage capacity of 23 acre-feet and a normal storage of 18 acre-feet, Wilbur Larason covers a surface area of 15 acres and drains an area of 380 square miles.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, Wilbur Larason is monitored with an inspection frequency of 1 year, last inspected in June 1999. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway measuring 10 feet in width and has no outlet gates. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam's condition is currently not rated. Although it does not fall under state jurisdiction, Wilbur Larason plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region and stands as a testament to the importance of private initiatives in maintaining water supply infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
274 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
380 |
Nid Storage |
23 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |