A Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Located in Sullivan, Missouri, A Dam is a privately owned structure on East Locust Creek, primarily serving the purpose of grade stabilization.
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Summary
Built in 1996, this earth dam stands at a height of 27.7 feet with a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a length of 365 feet. With a storage capacity of 32 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.2 acres, A Dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, A Dam has not been rated for its condition. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 20 feet, and there are no outlet gates associated with the structure. Although the dam has not been inspected recently, it remains an important infrastructure for the local community, contributing to the overall water management and flood control efforts in the region.
While A Dam may not be under state regulation or inspection, it serves as a critical component for maintaining the stability of East Locust Creek and the surrounding area. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam exemplifies the importance of private infrastructure in water resource management. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like A Dam play a crucial role in adapting to and mitigating the effects of a changing climate on water resources.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
365 |
Dam Height |
27.7 |
River Or Stream |
EAST LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
288 |
Nid Storage |
32 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
A Dam