Buntyn Creek Ws Str Y-16a-2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 29, 2025
Buntyn Creek WS Str Y-16a-2 Dam, also known as Gavrock Dam, is a vital structure located in Tallahatchie, Mississippi, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1962 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the UNT OF SHERMAN CREEK.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 298 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 62 acre-feet over a drainage area of 0.65 square miles.
Despite its importance in mitigating flood risks in the area, the dam's condition assessment in 2018 revealed it to be in poor condition with a high hazard potential. It is regulated by the MS Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes state inspections, enforcement, and permitting. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, raising concerns about its ability to handle maximum discharge and the potential impact on the surrounding community in the event of a failure.
With its moderate risk assessment and a history of modifications and inspections, Buntyn Creek WS Str Y-16a-2 Dam serves as a critical infrastructure for flood control in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the dam's design, condition, and regulatory oversight is crucial for ensuring its continued effectiveness in protecting the community from potential flooding disasters.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
460 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF SHERMAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
0.65 |
Nid Storage |
298 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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.
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