Muddy Creek Ws Str 29 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Muddy Creek WS Str 29 Dam, located in Walnut, Mississippi, stands as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along the TR- MUDDY CREEK stream.
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Summary
Built in 1976 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 385 acre-feet. The dam is primarily owned by the local government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.
Despite being categorized with a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate (3), prompting the need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures. While the dam is currently deemed to be in "Not Rated" condition, its overall risk status indicates a need for proactive hazard mitigation strategies. The presence of uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates adds to the complexity of managing potential flood events, highlighting the importance of maintaining a thorough emergency action plan and regular inspections to ensure the dam's integrity.
In the realm of water resource and climate conservation, Muddy Creek WS Str 29 Dam serves as a critical infrastructure for protecting the surrounding area from flood risks. With its strategic location and purposeful design, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government entities and federal agencies like the USDA NRCS. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and upkeep of structures like Muddy Creek Dam 29 will be essential in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the increasingly unpredictable nature of weather patterns.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR- MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.74 |
Nid Storage |
385 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
36cfs |
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.
Muddy Creek Ws Str 29 Dam