East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-132 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-132, located in Sullivan County, Missouri, was completed in 2001 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction in the area.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 33.9 feet with a hydraulic height of 32 feet and a structural height of 37 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 74 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 17 acre-feet over a surface area of 5 acres. With a drainage area of 217.6 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the risk of flooding in the region.
The primary purpose of East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-132 is flood risk reduction, but it also serves other purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, fish and wildlife pond. The dam, with a length of 430 feet and a spillway width of 30 feet, features uncontrolled spillways and outlets gates. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is subject to moderate risk assessment. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its integrity and safety.
Managed by the local government, East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-132 is a significant infrastructure project designed to protect the surrounding community from potential flood events. With its strategic location near the TR-East Locust Creek, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and environmental conservation efforts in the area. As a key element in the region's flood control system, the dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of various agencies and stakeholders in safeguarding the community against natural disasters.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
430 |
Dam Height |
33.9 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
217.6 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
31cfs |
Medicine Creek Near Laredo
|
18cfs |
Chariton River At Novinger
|
73cfs |
Thompson River At Trenton
|
152cfs |
Grand River Near Sumner
|
223cfs |
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-132