Town Creek Ws Str 19 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Coker Lake Ms05808 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Town Creek WS Str 19 Dam, also known as Town Creek Dam 19, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure located in Union, Mississippi.
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Summary
Built in 1973 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans a length of 2208 feet, providing storage capacity of 4481 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Sawmill Creek, within the jurisdiction of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, and is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Despite its important role in flood risk management, Town Creek WS Str 19 Dam is currently classified as having a high hazard potential and an unsatisfactory condition assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks. While the dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a DSAC assigned date yet to be determined, there is a pressing need for improved risk management measures to address the dam's safety concerns and ensure the protection of surrounding communities and the environment.
In light of the dam's critical role in flood protection and water resource management, stakeholders, climate enthusiasts, and local government officials must work together to address the dam's maintenance needs and enhance its safety measures. By prioritizing regular inspections, maintenance, and risk management strategies, Town Creek WS Str 19 Dam can continue to serve its purpose effectively while safeguarding the community from potential hazards and contributing to sustainable water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
2208 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
SAWMILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
88 |
Drainage Area |
8.29 |
Nid Storage |
4481 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
36cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
182cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
26cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
218cfs |
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.
Town Creek Ws Str 19 Dam