Second Creek Ws Str No 10a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Second Creek WS Str No 10a Dam, located in Adams, Mississippi, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on Chase Bayou.
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Summary
Completed in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a storage capacity of 1352 acre-feet. With the primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is considered to have a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. Despite being last inspected in 2013, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, emphasizing the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring. Owned by the local government, Second Creek WS Str No 10a Dam plays a significant role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, highlighting the crucial intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a tangible example of infrastructure designed to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
CHASE BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
3.32 |
Nid Storage |
1352 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
257cfs |
Homochitto River At Rosetta
|
2130cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
168cfs |
(Coe) Atchafalaya River At Simmesport
|
105000cfs |
Amite River Near Darlington
|
267cfs |
Bayou Des Glaises Diversion Ch. At Moreauville
|
884cfs |
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.
Second Creek Ws Str No 10a Dam