Grays Creek Watershed Structure G-6-09 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Grays Creek Watershed Structure G-6-09 Dam, also known as G-6 Dam 9, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure located in Benton, Mississippi.
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Summary
Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR- Grays Creek. The dam is owned and regulated by the local government, with oversight from the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Grays Creek Watershed Structure G-6-09 Dam plays a key role in managing water resources in the area. This uncontrolled spillway dam has a drainage area of 4.61 square miles and is designed to handle maximum storage capacities effectively. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it remains a vital piece of infrastructure for the community, ensuring the safety and protection of residents in the event of flooding.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR- GRAYS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
4.61 |
Nid Storage |
1966 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
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 Watershed Structure G-6-09 Dam