Cypress Creek Watershed Structure Lt-14a-14 Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Cypress Creek Watershed Structure Lt-14a-14 Dam, also known as Lt-A-14, is a local government-owned dam located in Lafayette, Mississippi.
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Summary
Built in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 660 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential water overflow from the TR- Cypress Creek.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is state-regulated and has undergone state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the overall risk assessment for this structure is moderate. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and while its condition assessment is currently not rated, it meets necessary guidelines for emergency action planning.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Cypress Creek Watershed Structure Lt-14a-14 Dam presents an interesting case study in local government dam management and flood risk reduction efforts. Its historical significance, design features, and risk assessment provide valuable insights into the intersection of infrastructure development, environmental protection, and emergency preparedness in the context of water resource management.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR- CYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.87 |
Nid Storage |
660 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Cypress Creek Watershed Structure Lt-14a-14 Dam