Upper Locust Creek L-109
Key Takeaway
Upper Locust Creek L-109 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 32 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 212 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50738 |
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
UPPER LOCUST WATERSHED SUBDIST
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Locust Creek L-109?
Upper Locust Creek L-109 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 Upper Locust Creek L-109?
Upper Locust Creek L-109 is owned by UPPER LOCUST WATERSHED SUBDIST (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Locust Creek L-109 built?
Upper Locust Creek L-109 was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Upper Locust Creek L-109?
Upper Locust Creek L-109 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Upper Locust Creek L-109?
Upper Locust Creek L-109 has a dam height of 33 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.
When was Upper Locust Creek L-109 last inspected?
Upper Locust Creek L-109 was last inspected on November 1, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.