Wilde is a privately owned earth dam located in Miller County, Missouri, completed in 1998 by the USDA NRCS.
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The dam stands at 34 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a length of 400 feet, serving a primary purpose classified as 'Other'. With a normal storage capacity of 36 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 76 acre-feet, Wilde covers a surface area of 8 acres and drains an area of 320 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, Wilde has a moderate risk rating of 3 due to unknown factors. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 26 feet and is not regulated or inspected by any state agency. With a stone core and rock and soil foundations, Wilde has not been rated for its condition and lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or inundation maps. Overall, Wilde presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its unique design and operational characteristics within the St. Louis District of Missouri.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
29 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
320 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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