Upper Locust Creek W- 54a
Key Takeaway
Upper Locust Creek W- 54a is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 288 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51012 |
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 CREEK SUB-DISTRIC
Local Government
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Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Locust Creek W- 54a?
Upper Locust Creek W- 54a 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 W- 54a?
Upper Locust Creek W- 54a is owned by UPPER LOCUST CREEK SUB-DISTRIC (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Locust Creek W- 54a built?
Upper Locust Creek W- 54a was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 W- 54a?
Upper Locust Creek W- 54a 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 Upper Locust Creek W- 54a?
Upper Locust Creek W- 54a has a dam height of 24 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 W- 54a last inspected?
Upper Locust Creek W- 54a was last inspected on December 1, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.