Upper Locust Creek L-114 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Upper Locust Creek L-114 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Putnam County, Missouri, specifically in the city of Browning.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2005, the dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving additional purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and fish and wildlife pond. With a dam height of 29 feet and a storage capacity of 123.7 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
This structure, part of the TR-Locust Creek system, has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 206 cubic feet per second. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam is regularly inspected every five years, with the last inspection conducted in November 2004. The surrounding area benefits from the dam's presence, ensuring flood protection and water storage for various purposes.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Upper Locust Creek L-114 stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Missouri. Its strategic location, design, and operational features contribute to the overall water security and environmental sustainability of the region. As climate change continues to impact water availability and flood risks, structures like Upper Locust Creek L-114 play a vital role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against potential threats.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
135 |
Nid Storage |
123.7 |
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 L-114