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Meyer, Dr. Walther W. #3, also known as Trail Farm, is a privately owned dam in Taylor, Wisconsin, with a primary purpose of recreation. Constructed in 1976 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans a length of 220 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 483 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Silver Creek and regulated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, this dam has a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, with a fair condition assessment as of August 2020.
Despite its low hazard potential, Meyer, Dr. Walther W. #3 poses a very high risk of inundation, with a maximum discharge capacity of 50 cubic feet per second. The dam's location in S4, T33N, R2E, within the Detroit District, under the jurisdiction of the WIDNR, adds to its significance in water resource management in the region. With a normal storage capacity of 90 acre-feet and a surface area of 30.7 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities while also being subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Meyer, Dr. Walther W. #3 serves as a case study in dam infrastructure management, showcasing the importance of regular inspections and risk assessments. With its historical completion in 1976 and its continued operation under the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam highlights the intersection of engineering, environmental stewardship, and public safety in maintaining crucial water resources in Wisconsin.
Year_Completed | 1976 |
Dam_Height | 16 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-SILVER CREEK |
Dam_Length | 220 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 30.7 |
Hydraulic_Height | 4 |
Drainage_Area | 1 |
Nid_Storage | 483 |
Structural_Height | 16 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 16 |
MERAMEC RIVER AT PACIFIC | 6940cfs |
SILVER CREEK NEAR TROY | 136cfs |
KASKASKIA RIVER NEAR VENEDY STATION | 16600cfs |
MATTESE CREEK NEAR MATTESE | 4cfs |
FEE FEE CREEK NEAR BRIDGETON | 8cfs |
MARTIGNEY CREEK NEAR ARNOLD | 3cfs |
MALINE CREEK AT BELLEFONTAINE NBR | 14cfs |