Terre Haute East Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Terre Haute East Dam, located in Putnam, Missouri, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and acting as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1994, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet, with a storage capacity of 1488 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment.
The dam is situated on a tributary to West Locust Creek and is under private ownership. It is not regulated by the state and has no associated structures. The Rock Island District of the US Army Corps of Engineers has jurisdiction over the dam, and it does not have a designated spillway. With a surface area of 107 acres and a normal storage capacity of 927 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for the surrounding area.
Overall, Terre Haute East Dam is a key infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience in the region. Despite its low hazard potential, regular inspections and maintenance are important to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this essential structure. With its varied purposes and significant storage capacity, the dam continues to be a vital asset for the community it serves.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB TO WEST LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
107 |
Nid Storage |
1488 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Terre Haute East Dam