Tillatoba Lake Dam (Yo 29-10) in Yalobusha, Mississippi, is a Federal-owned structure designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1958, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 33 feet. It has a length of 920 feet and a storage capacity of 1633 acre-feet, serving to protect the area from potential flooding events along the S Tillatoba Creek.
Managed by the Forest Service, Tillatoba Lake Dam is regulated and inspected by the same agency, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 2 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 2471 cubic feet per second. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam remains operational and plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Located in Tillatoba and owned by the Forest Service, Tillatoba Lake Dam is a vital infrastructure for flood control in the area. With its construction overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam continues to be regulated and inspected by the Forest Service, ensuring its functionality and safety. As a key component in the flood risk reduction efforts along S Tillatoba Creek, this dam serves as a protective barrier for the community, highlighting the importance of water resource management in mitigating the impacts of climate change.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
920 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
S TILLATOBA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
1633 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
33 |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
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3180cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
170cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
66cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
35cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Bryant - Grenada Lake
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North Abutment - Grenada Lake
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Skuna/Turkey Creek - Grenada Lake
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