Upper Locust Creek L-149 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Upper Locust Creek L-149 is a local government-owned earth dam located in Putnam County, Missouri, specifically in the city of REGER.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 2007, this dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction, with additional purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, fish and wildlife pond. With a height of 32 feet and a length of 435 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 121.3 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres, draining an area of 220 acres.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, with the condition assessment labeled as "Not Rated." The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 30 feet, while the outlet gates are also uncontrolled. The dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no emergency action plan in place or inundation maps prepared. However, the risk management measures are not specified, indicating a need for further evaluation and preparedness in case of emergencies.
Overall, Upper Locust Creek L-149 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region, providing storage and protection for the surrounding area. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and monitoring the condition and functionality of such dams is essential to ensure their effectiveness in safeguarding against natural disasters and maintaining the balance of water resources in the local ecosystem.
Year Completed |
2007 |
Dam Length |
435 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
220 |
Nid Storage |
121.3 |
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.
Upper Locust Creek L-149