Water Valley Sewage Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Water Valley Sewage Lagoon Dam in Yalobusha, Mississippi, is a critical infrastructure managed by the local government.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The dam, designed for purposes other than flood control, is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement.
Despite being categorized as having an undetermined hazard potential and not rated in terms of condition assessment, the dam is considered to have moderate risk management measures in place. With an uncontrolled spillway type and no locks or associated structures, the dam plays a crucial role in managing sewage and wastewater in the area. Located at a latitude of 34.14314568 and longitude of -89.64705919, this dam is a key component of the region's water resource infrastructure, ensuring the safe disposal and treatment of sewage for the community.
Dam Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
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.
Water Valley Sewage Lagoon Dam