Oaklimeter Creek Watershed Structure Lt-8-04 Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Oaklimeter Creek Watershed Structure Lt-8-04 Dam, located in Hickory Flat, Mississippi, is a key flood risk reduction infrastructure owned by the local government.
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Summary
Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 155 acre-feet. The dam regulates water flow on Oaklimeter Creek and Thompson Branch, contributing to the overall management of the 0.71 square mile drainage area.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is inspected, regulated, and permitted by the state, ensuring its structural integrity and functionality. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the Oaklimeter Creek Watershed Structure Lt-8-04 Dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding Benton County community from potential flooding events. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam remains a crucial component of water resource management in the region, demonstrating the collaborative efforts between local and federal agencies in safeguarding the environment and public safety.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR- OAKLIMETER CR; THOMPSON BR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.71 |
Nid Storage |
155 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
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.
Oaklimeter Creek Watershed Structure Lt-8-04 Dam