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Located in Lafayette, Mississippi, the Cypress Creek Watershed Structure Lt-14a-15 Dam is a vital component in flood risk reduction efforts in the region.
Built in 1962 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a storage capacity of 384 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway, making it a key structure in managing water flow in the TR- Cypress Creek stream.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Cypress Creek Watershed Structure Lt-14a-15 Dam plays a significant role in protecting local communities from potential flooding events. Owned by the local government, the dam is designed to withstand the pressures of nature and is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity. While not currently rated for condition assessment, the dam continues to serve its primary purpose of flood risk reduction effectively, showcasing the importance of proper water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
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1150cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
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257cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
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25cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
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39cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
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13cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
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251cfs |
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR- CYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.14 |
Nid Storage |
384 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
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Graham Lake
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Toby Tubby BSA Camp
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Chewalla Lake Campground
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Rebel Campground
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Tombigbee National Forest - Davis Lake Campground
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