Upper Tippah Watershed Structure Lt-6-02 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Upper Tippah Watershed Structure Lt-6-02 Dam, also known as Lt-6-2, is a local government-owned dam located in Benton, Mississippi, specifically in the city of Potts Camp.
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Summary
Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the TR- Tippah River. With a storage capacity of 239 acre-feet, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.
This structure is classified as having a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating. It features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. While the dam itself is not rated for its condition, the risk management measures and emergency action plans for the dam are not currently updated or assessed. As part of the Vicksburg District, this dam does not have any associated structures but plays a crucial role in managing the drainage area of 0.85 square miles in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the critical role of this dam in flood risk reduction efforts in the area is essential to appreciating the interconnectedness of water management systems in the Upper Tippah watershed.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TIPPAH RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.85 |
Nid Storage |
239 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
944cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
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.
Upper Tippah Watershed Structure Lt-6-02 Dam