Senatobia Creek Watershed Structure Y-7-07 Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Senatobia, Mississippi, the Senatobia Creek Watershed Structure Y-7-07 Dam is a vital flood risk reduction infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1967.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 31 feet and a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet, plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flooding in the Panola County area. The dam is state-regulated and subject to inspection, enforcement, and permitting by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its operational integrity.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Senatobia Creek Watershed Structure Y-7-07 Dam serves as a key component of water resource management in the region. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam's primary purpose of flood risk reduction underscores its importance in safeguarding the local community from potential water-related disasters. As part of the Vicksburg District, the dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its functionality while adhering to regulatory guidelines.
In conclusion, the Senatobia Creek Watershed Structure Y-7-07 Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience in Mississippi. Its strategic location and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlight the collaborative efforts between local government and federal agencies to address flood risks and ensure the safety of residents in the Senatobia area. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water management, the importance of structures like the Y-7-07 Dam cannot be understated in protecting communities and enhancing overall environmental sustainability.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SENATOBIA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.56 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
Senatobia Creek Watershed Structure Y-7-07 Dam
Panola County