Wiles Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Brown Dam Heywood Lake
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Wiles Dam, located in Putnam County, Missouri, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and serving as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 2002 by the USDA NRCS, this private earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a structural height of 29 feet. The dam spans 237 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 20 acre-feet, with a maximum discharge rate of 34.45 cubic feet per second.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Wiles Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently not rated in terms of its condition assessment. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 10 feet, and it is equipped with uncontrolled outlet gates. The risk assessment for Wiles Dam is moderate, indicating a potential for moderate consequences in the event of a failure. With its location on TR-North Blackbird Creek and its prime purpose of serving the local community, Wiles Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of small-scale dams for various agricultural and environmental purposes.
Year Completed |
2002 |
Dam Length |
237 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH BLACKBIRD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
280 |
Nid Storage |
20 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Wiles Dam