Upper Yocona Watershed Structure Y-14-12 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Upper Yocona Watershed Structure Y-14-12 Dam, also known as Y-14-12, is a locally owned earth dam located in Pontotoc, Mississippi.
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Summary
Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Yocona River. With a height of 26 feet and a storage capacity of 2550 acre-feet, it helps mitigate potential flooding in the area.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, it is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a condition assessment of "Not Rated." While there are no associated structures and the inspection frequency is unknown, the dam continues to play a crucial role in managing water resources and climate risks in the region.
Overall, the Upper Yocona Watershed Structure Y-14-12 Dam stands as a testament to effective local government ownership and management in addressing flood risk reduction. With its strategic location and design, this dam contributes to the stability and resilience of the surrounding community, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR- YOCONA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
5.61 |
Nid Storage |
2550 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Upper Yocona Watershed Structure Y-14-12 Dam