Hickahala Creek Ws Str Y-6-04 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Hickahala Creek WS Str Y-6-04 Dam, also known as Y-6-4, is a significant structure located in Tate, Mississippi, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a storage capacity of 164 acre-feet. It is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state authorities, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations.
Situated along the TR- Hickahala Creek and Cathy Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events. Despite being rated with a low hazard potential, its risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, prompting the need for continued monitoring and risk management measures. With a history of reliable operation and maintenance, the Hickahala Creek WS Str Y-6-04 Dam remains a key infrastructure for flood control in the region, supported by local government ownership and oversight.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Hickahala Creek WS Str Y-6-04 Dam stands as a testament to the importance of infrastructure in mitigating flood risks and safeguarding communities. As part of the Vicksburg District, this earth dam serves as a critical component in the watershed, demonstrating the collaboration between federal and state agencies in ensuring the effective management of water resources. With its strategic location and purposeful design, this dam embodies the resilience and adaptability required to address the challenges posed by changing climate patterns and increasing water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HICKAHALA CR; CATHY CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.64 |
Nid Storage |
164 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
30cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
68cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
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.
Hickahala Creek Ws Str Y-6-04 Dam