Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-66 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Faggart Dam Ms06122 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-66 Dam, also known simply as Y-10a-66, is a crucial piece of infrastructure located in the Panola County, Mississippi.
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Summary
Built in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at an impressive height of 25 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the TR- Hotophia Creek. With a storage capacity of 1075 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the Hotophia Creek Watershed Dam is state-regulated and subject to regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk assessment level, highlighting the importance of ongoing risk management measures. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam is designed to handle excess water flow during heavy rainfall events, contributing to the overall safety and stability of the watershed.
As a key component of the flood risk reduction strategy in the region, the Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-66 Dam represents a critical engineering feat that showcases the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and the USDA NRCS. Its strategic location and design make it an essential asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in understanding how infrastructure plays a crucial role in managing and mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events on the local ecosystem and community.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HOTOPHIA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
2.66 |
Nid Storage |
1075 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
68cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
2960cfs |
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.
Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-66 Dam
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