Upper Locust Creek W- 29 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Upper Locust Creek W-29 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Reger, Missouri, along the TR-West Fork Locust Creek.
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Summary
Constructed in 1995 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 25.6 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a normal storage capacity of 21 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 165 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Upper Locust Creek W-29 has not been formally inspected or assessed for its current condition. It has a spillway width of 30 feet and a surface area of 5 acres, serving a drainage area of 762 acres. While the dam has not undergone recent modifications or upgrades, it continues to provide essential flood protection for the surrounding community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design and impact of infrastructure like Upper Locust Creek W-29 is key to appreciating the efforts in managing and safeguarding water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
25.6 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST FORK LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
762 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Structural Height |
28 |
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.
Upper Locust Creek W- 29