Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Maywood Subdivision, also known as Shahkoka Dam, is a privately-owned structure located in Olive Branch, Mississippi.


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Summary

This earth-type dam was completed in 1948 and primarily serves as a recreational area near Camp Creek. With a height of 21 feet and a length of 815 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 373 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 23 acres.

Despite its recreational purpose, Shahkoka Dam poses a high hazard potential and has been assessed as unsatisfactory in condition. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, with regular inspections conducted to ensure safety. In case of emergencies, the dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated contact information, highlighting the need for improved risk management measures.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the data on Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam provides valuable insights into the state of dam infrastructure in Mississippi. With its historical significance and potential risks, there is a clear need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of both the dam and the surrounding community.

Year Completed

1948

Dam Length

815

Dam Height

21

River Or Stream

CAMP CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23

Drainage Area

0.45

Nid Storage

373

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

21
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.