Shammack Creek Watershed Structure 5 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Shammack Creek Watershed Structure 5 Dam, located in Kemper, Mississippi, is a vital piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1964 for flood risk reduction along TR- SHY HAMMOCK CREEK.
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Summary
With a height of 20 feet and a length of 982 feet, this earth dam with a buttress core serves as a critical element in the water resource management of the area. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in fair condition, last assessed in 2014.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Shammack Creek Watershed Structure 5 Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events. With a storage capacity of 290 acre-feet and a normal storage of 46 acre-feet, the dam provides essential flood risk reduction measures for the region. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway and outlet gates function effectively to manage water flow during periods of high discharge.
Overall, Shammack Creek Watershed Structure 5 Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience in Mississippi. Its strategic design and maintenance ensure that the dam continues to serve its primary purpose of flood risk reduction, safeguarding the community against potential disasters. As a structure with a moderate risk assessment, ongoing monitoring and management efforts are essential to uphold its functionality and protect the area from adverse water-related events.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
982 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SHY HAMMOCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.79 |
Nid Storage |
290 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Shammack Creek Watershed Structure 5 Dam