East Yellow Creek H- 32a Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 23, 2025
East Yellow Creek H-32a is a local government-owned earth dam located in Rothville, Missouri, along the TR-East Yellow Creek.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2006, this dam stands at a structural height of 32 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 125.7 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with additional purposes including fire protection and providing habitat for fish and wildlife.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, East Yellow Creek H-32a serves as a vital infrastructure for managing water resources in the area. The dam spans 490 feet in length and has a spillway width of 30 feet for uncontrolled release of excess water. Despite not being state-regulated, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding events and ensuring a sustainable water supply for various uses such as stock watering and recreational fishing.
Although not inspected recently and with a condition assessment of "Not Rated", East Yellow Creek H-32a remains a key component of the local water management system. Its strategic location and design make it an essential asset for flood control and ecosystem preservation in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of structures like East Yellow Creek H-32a in mitigating risks and ensuring water security cannot be understated.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
490 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST YELLOW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
100 |
Nid Storage |
125.7 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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 H- 32a