Abiaca Watershed Structure Y-34-21 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
The Abiaca Watershed Structure Y-34-21 Dam, also known as Smith Dam #3, is a local government-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in Mississippi.
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Summary
Completed in 1973, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Abiaca Creek in Carroll County. With a height of 27 feet and a storage capacity of 490 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flooding in the area.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level. While it has not been officially rated in terms of condition assessment, it is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its effectiveness in flood control. Despite being uncontrolled in terms of spillway and outlet gates, the dam continues to fulfill its role in protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters.
Located in Pine Bluff, Mississippi, the Abiaca Watershed Structure Y-34-21 Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to acknowledge the importance of structures like this in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the impacts of extreme weather events and rising water levels.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR- ABIACA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.16 |
Nid Storage |
490 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
4270cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
158cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Sunflower
|
704cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
28cfs |
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.
Abiaca Watershed Structure Y-34-21 Dam