West Hatchie Watershed Structure 36 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The West Hatchie Watershed Structure 36 Dam, also known as West Hatchie Dam 36, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure located in the Little Hatchie River in Mississippi.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
Built in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 2393 acre-feet. The dam is owned and regulated by the local government, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the West Hatchie Dam 36 plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding Tippah County community from potential flooding events. Despite its age, the dam's condition is currently not rated, underscoring the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness. The presence of uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates highlight the importance of proper management and emergency preparedness for this essential water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR- LITTLE HATCHIE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
5.96 |
Nid Storage |
2393 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
West Hatchie Watershed Structure 36 Dam