Town Creek Watershed Structure 23 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06112 Lake Dam Eads Creek Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Town Creek Watershed Structure 23 Dam, also known as Town Creek Dam, is a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure located in Pontotoc, Mississippi.
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Summary
Constructed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans a length of 2325 feet, providing storage capacity of 2523 acre-feet. The dam is designed to control the flow of TR- Town Creek and Lilly Creek, with a spillway type classified as uncontrolled.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Town Creek Watershed Structure 23 Dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a hazard potential rated as high and a moderate risk assessment, it is essential for the dam to undergo regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and efficiency in flood risk mitigation. Despite its condition assessment being "Not Rated," the dam's significance in safeguarding the community underscores the importance of continued monitoring and management for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
2325 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TOWN CREEK; LILLY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
4.72 |
Nid Storage |
2523 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
36cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
218cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
182cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
26cfs |
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.
Town Creek Watershed Structure 23 Dam