Tippah River Watershed Structure Lt-7-09 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Benton, Mississippi, the Tippah River Watershed Structure Lt-7-09 Dam is a crucial component in flood risk reduction efforts in the region.
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Summary
Constructed in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a storage capacity of 1122 acre-feet. The dam is designed to control the flow of the TR-Tippah River and mitigate the risk of flooding in the area, serving as a vital infrastructure for the local government.
The Tippah River Watershed Structure Lt-7-09 Dam is regulated by the MS Department of Environmental Quality and is classified as having a low hazard potential. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam is considered to be in moderate risk based on a risk assessment score of 3. While the dam has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events. Enthusiasts of water resource management and climate resilience will find this dam's structure and function to be of significant interest in understanding the intersection of infrastructure and environmental protection.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TIPPAH RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
3.46 |
Nid Storage |
1122 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
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.
Tippah River Watershed Structure Lt-7-09 Dam