East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E- 57 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-57, located in Sullivan, Missouri, is a local government-owned structure designed by USDA NRCS to serve the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 2004, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a hydraulic height of 24 feet, with a storage capacity of 118.2 acre-feet and a drainage area of 115.2 acres. The dam's maximum discharge is recorded at 208.7 cubic feet per second, with a spillway width of 30 feet, and it is classified with a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being regulated by the state or having a state inspection, East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-57 plays a crucial role in fire protection, stock, small fish pond management, and enhancing fish and wildlife habitats in the area. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam supports the conservation efforts of the region while contributing to flood control measures. The structure's condition is currently not rated, but its risk assessment suggests moderate risk, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure its long-term effectiveness in mitigating flood risks in the East Locust Creek watershed.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
115.2 |
Nid Storage |
118.2 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chariton River At Novinger
|
71cfs |
Medicine Creek Near Laredo
|
15cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
36cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
Thompson River At Trenton
|
140cfs |
Chariton River Near Moulton
|
34cfs |
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- 57