The Perry Creek Watershed Structure Y-19c-2 Dam, also known as Organ Lake, was completed in 1964 and is owned by the local government in Yalobusha, Mississippi.
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Designed by NRCS, the earth dam stands at 22 feet high and serves primarily for flood risk reduction on the UNT of Organ Creek. With a storage capacity of 624 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.23 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Located in the Mobile District of Mississippi, the Perry Creek Watershed Structure Y-19c-2 Dam has a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and a hazard potential rated as "Low." Despite not being currently rated for condition assessment, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. With a moderate risk level of 3, the dam serves as a key infrastructure for mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding community, showcasing the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF ORGAN CREEK |
Surface Area |
25 |
Drainage Area |
2.23 |
Nid Storage |
624 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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|
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|
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|
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|
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|
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|
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