East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E- 16 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-16, also known as Site E-16, is a local government-owned structure located in Boynton, Missouri, within the Sullivan County.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 26 feet and spans 550 feet in length. Completed in 1990, its primary purpose is flood risk reduction along the TR-East Locust Creek, with a storage capacity of 146 acre-feet and a drainage area of 281.6 square miles.
With a spillway width of 12 feet and a maximum discharge of 58 cubic feet per second, this dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. Although it has not been inspected since May 1991, the risk assessment for East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-16 indicates a moderate risk level. While it currently does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, this structure plays a crucial role in managing the flood risk in the area, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring its condition to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
281.6 |
Nid Storage |
146 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
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.
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E- 16