Grays Creek Ws Str G-6-2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Grays Creek WS Str G-6-2 Dam, located in LaGrange, Benton, Mississippi, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans 761 feet, with a storage capacity of 287 acre-feet. The dam is primarily regulated and inspected by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its structural integrity and safety for the surrounding community.
Despite its important role in flood risk reduction, the Grays Creek Dam is assessed to be in poor condition, with a high hazard potential. The last inspection in August 2019 highlighted the need for maintenance and potential risk management measures to address the dam's structural deficiencies. Despite these challenges, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively, protecting the area from potential flooding events.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of maintaining and improving infrastructure like the Grays Creek Dam is crucial for ensuring the safety and resilience of communities in the face of changing climate patterns. By prioritizing investments in dam safety and maintenance, we can enhance the sustainability of water resources and mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events on the environment and society.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
761 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR- GRAYS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.68 |
Nid Storage |
287 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
30cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
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.
Grays Creek Ws Str G-6-2 Dam