Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-01 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-01 Dam, also known as the Stanford Dam, is a local government-owned earth dam located in Malmaison, Mississippi.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1965, this dam primarily serves the purpose of flood risk reduction for the TR-Sand Creek. With a height of 36 feet and a storage capacity of 597 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and effectiveness. Despite having a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, the dam is classified as having a moderate risk level. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the structure is equipped to handle potential emergencies and protect the surrounding area from flooding. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find the Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-01 Dam an interesting example of sustainable infrastructure for flood risk management in Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.7 |
Nid Storage |
597 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
6080cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
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.
Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-01 Dam