East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E- 9 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E- 9, also known as Site E-9, is a local government-owned structure located in Boynton, Missouri.
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Summary
Built in 1998 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and stretches 450 feet in length. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving the surrounding area by providing storage capacity of 77 acre-feet and a drainage area of 179.84 square miles.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E- 9 is a vital asset for the community's safety and water resource management. The dam, made of stone core and soil foundation, features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet. Although it has not been rated for condition assessment, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality in mitigating flood risks.
Located in Sullivan County, Missouri, this dam contributes to fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, and fish and wildlife habitats in addition to flood risk reduction. With a congressman like Sam Graves (R) representing the area, the East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E- 9 plays a crucial role in safeguarding the local environment and community against potential water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB OF EAST LOCUST |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
179.84 |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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- 9