Upper Locust Creek W- 67 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Upper Locust Creek W-67 is a flood risk reduction structure located in Putnam County, Missouri.
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Summary
This earth dam, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2000, stands at 31 feet tall and spans 525 feet in length. It serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, fish and wildlife pond, and flood risk reduction for the surrounding area.
With a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet and a drainage area of 53 square miles, this dam on the TR-Locust Creek has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The spillway, outlet gates, and locks are uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 30 feet. Despite being not rated for condition assessment, this structure is inspected every 5 years to ensure its functionality and safety for the community it serves.
Situated in the Rock Island District, Upper Locust Creek W-67 is a vital infrastructure managed by the local government to mitigate flooding and protect the area's resources. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design, purpose, and risk assessment of such structures is crucial in ensuring sustainable water management and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
525 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
53 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
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.
Upper Locust Creek W- 67