East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-141 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-141, located in Browning, Missouri, is a vital earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risk in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 2005, this structure stands at a height of 24.7 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 118.9 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 37.1 acre-feet and a drainage area of 300.8 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding environment from potential flooding events.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 30 feet, and it is classified as having a low hazard potential. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-141 is considered to have a moderate risk level, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. While the dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of state regulatory agencies, its primary purpose of flood risk reduction underscores its importance in safeguarding the local community and ecosystem from the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change.
Owned and operated by the local government, this dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, fish and wildlife pond, in addition to flood risk reduction. With its strategic location along TR-East Locust Creek and its critical role in water resource management, East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-141 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between various agencies and stakeholders in ensuring the resilience of the region's water infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
24.7 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
300.8 |
Nid Storage |
118.9 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Medicine Creek Near Laredo
|
16cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
32cfs |
Chariton River At Novinger
|
81cfs |
Thompson River At Trenton
|
153cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
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-141