Pelucia Watershed Structure Y-33a-03 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Pelucia Watershed Structure Y-33a-03 Dam, also known as County Dam #1, is a local government-owned earth dam located in Rising Sun, Mississippi.
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Summary
Built in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this dam was designed for flood risk reduction along the TR- Pelucia Creek. With a height of 33 feet and a storage capacity of 529 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flooding events in the area.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Pelucia Watershed Structure Y-33a-03 Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and not yet rated for its condition, this dam is considered to pose a moderate risk due to its age and potential for failure. While it currently has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, there are no associated structures or locks with this dam, emphasizing its simple yet effective design for flood control in the region.
As a vital infrastructure in the Vicksburg District, Pelucia Watershed Structure Y-33a-03 Dam serves as a key component in the local water resource management system. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR- PELUCIA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.11 |
Nid Storage |
529 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
6080cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
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.
Pelucia Watershed Structure Y-33a-03 Dam