East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-72 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-72, located in Sullivan, Missouri, is a vital flood risk reduction structure managed by the local government.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1994, this earth dam stands at a height of 27.3 feet and has a hydraulic height of 26 feet. With a storage capacity of 103 acre-feet and a drainage area of 204.8 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding.
The primary purpose of Dam E-72 is flood risk reduction, and it serves to mitigate the impact of high water levels in the TR-East Locust Creek. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam ensures the safety and security of the residents in the city of CORA. Despite its condition not being rated and lacking certain emergency preparedness measures, the East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-72 remains a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region.
Operated by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam boasts a spillway type of 'Uncontrolled' with a spillway width of 20 feet. While there are no associated locks or outlet gates, the dam's structural integrity and design continue to uphold its functionality in protecting the area from potential flooding events. Overall, East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-72 stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in safeguarding communities against natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
27.3 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
204.8 |
Nid Storage |
103 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Medicine Creek Near Laredo
|
16cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
32cfs |
Chariton River At Novinger
|
81cfs |
Thompson River At Trenton
|
153cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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-72