East Yellow Creek W- 42 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
East Yellow Creek W- 42, located in Rothville, Missouri, is a local government-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
Completed in 2006, this structure serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, fire protection, and supporting wildlife habitats. With a dam height of 25.1 feet and a storage capacity of 86.2 acre-feet, East Yellow Creek W- 42 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
The dam, constructed with stone core and soil foundation, spans a length of 520 feet and covers a surface area of 6 acres. It is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 122.6 cubic feet per second. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, East Yellow Creek W- 42 has not been rated for condition assessment, and its emergency action plan status is currently unknown.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam in Linn County serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water management in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering marvel of East Yellow Creek W- 42 and its contribution to the environmental and agricultural well-being of the area.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
25.1 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST YELLOW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
217.6 |
Nid Storage |
86.2 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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 Yellow Creek W- 42