The Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-62 Dam, also known as Y-10a-62, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Terza, Mississippi.
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Constructed in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a storage capacity of 395 acre-feet. It is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is designed to mitigate flooding in the TR- Hotophia Creek area.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Y-10a-62 Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is inspected, permitted, and regulated by the state, ensuring its operational integrity and safety. As a key component of the flood risk reduction strategy in the area, the Y-10a-62 Dam serves as a vital structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable watershed management practices.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HOTOPHIA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.98 |
Nid Storage |
395 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
68cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
2960cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |