Persimmon Creek Structure 8 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05996 Lake Dam Ms05995 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
The Persimmon Creek Structure 8 Dam, located in Coxs Ferry, Mississippi, is a vital piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to primarily reduce flood risks in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 1963, this earth dam with a height of 22 feet plays a crucial role in managing the Persimmon Creek's water flow and protecting nearby communities from potential flooding events. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality to ensure its structural integrity and adherence to state regulations.
With a storage capacity of 1087 acre-feet, the Persimmon Creek Structure 8 Dam serves as a key component in the local water resource management system. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as fair, with the last inspection conducted in March 2014. Its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its operational efficiency, while the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate. Overall, this dam stands as a testament to effective flood risk reduction measures and the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure to safeguard against natural disasters in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
PERSIMMON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
2.33 |
Nid Storage |
1087 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
392cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
362cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
73cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
520cfs |
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.
Persimmon Creek Structure 8 Dam