East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-87 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 17, 2025

East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-87, located in Browning, Missouri, is a local government-owned structure designed by USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks in the area.


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Summary

Completed in 1993, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a hydraulic height of 27 feet, with a structural height of 35 feet. With a storage capacity of 148 acre-feet and a drainage area of 166.4 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels along the TR-Little East Locust Creek.

The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it is classified as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment rating. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 28 feet, and there are no outlet gates associated with the dam. While the condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," the dam has not been inspected recently, and emergency action plans and risk management measures are not currently in place. Overall, East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-87 serves as a vital infrastructure element in the region's water resource management efforts.

Year Completed

1993

Dam Length

505

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

TR-LITTLE EAST LOCUST CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

166.4

Nid Storage

148

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

35
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.