Muddy Creek Ws Str 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Muddy Creek WS Str 2 Dam, located in Faulkner, Mississippi, is a critical structure owned by the local government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
Built in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 29 feet high and serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the Muddy Creek. With a storage capacity of 228 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.63 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite its importance, the Muddy Creek WS Str 2 Dam is currently rated as having a high hazard potential and poor condition. The last inspection in February 2021 highlighted the need for maintenance and improvements to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, there is a pressing need for risk management measures to be implemented to safeguard the surrounding community and environment from potential hazards.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor the status of dams like Muddy Creek WS Str 2 Dam to ensure their continued functionality and safety. By staying informed about its condition, regulatory oversight, and risk assessment, stakeholders can advocate for necessary upgrades and maintenance to protect the local area from flooding and other water-related risks.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.63 |
Nid Storage |
228 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
36cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
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 2 Dam