East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147
Key Takeaway
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 237 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 140 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51492 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LOCUST CREEK WS DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147?
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147?
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147 is owned by LOCUST CREEK WS DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147 built?
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147 was completed in 2005, making it 21 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147?
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147?
East Locust Creek Watershed Dam E-147 has a dam height of 31 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.