Grays Creek Watershed Structure G-6-06 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Grays Creek Watershed Structure G-6-06 Dam, also known as G-6 Dam 6, is a local government-owned dam located in Benton, Mississippi.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1962, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the TR- Grays Creek river or stream. With a height of 32 feet, the dam has a NID storage capacity of 534 acre-feet and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
This structure, part of the Memphis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Although it has not undergone recent inspections or assessments, the dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has not had an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, suggesting a need for further risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community in case of emergencies.
Overall, Grays Creek Watershed Structure G-6-06 Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and is an essential component of the local water resource infrastructure. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to monitor and support the maintenance and management of such dams to ensure the continued protection of communities and ecosystems in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR- GRAYS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.33 |
Nid Storage |
534 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
30cfs |
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 Watershed Structure G-6-06 Dam