Hotophia Creek WS Str Y-10a-52 Dam, also known as Lovelace Dam, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure located in Batesville, Mississippi.
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Constructed in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans 875 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 1,263 acre-feet, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its integrity and safety. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential and a poor condition assessment, the risk management measures are in place to address any potential issues. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a focus on protecting the TR- Hotophia Creek and its surrounding areas.
With a drainage area of 3.02 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 43 acre-feet, the Hotophia Creek WS Str Y-10a-52 Dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water resource management in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to recognize the importance of such structures in mitigating the impact of extreme weather events and ensuring the safety and well-being of local communities.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
875 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HOTOPHIA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
37 |
Drainage Area |
3.02 |
Nid Storage |
1263 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
68cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
2960cfs |