Bentonia Watershed Structure 7 Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Bentonia Watershed Structure 7 Dam, also known as Kirk 16th Section Lake, is a vital earth dam located in Edwards, Mississippi.
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Summary
Owned by the local government and designed by USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Kirk Creek. Completed in 1963, the dam stands at 23 feet in height and has a storage capacity of 672 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 215 acre-feet.
Despite its importance in flood risk reduction, Bentonia Watershed Structure 7 Dam is currently in poor condition, as indicated by a recent assessment in June 2019. With a high hazard potential, the dam poses a moderate risk, emphasizing the need for effective risk management measures. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has uncontrolled outlet gates, contributing to its hazardous potential.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Bentonia Watershed Structure 7 Dam requires attention to ensure its structural integrity and functionality in mitigating flood risks. With its location in Yazoo County and a drainage area of 2.59 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
KIRK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
57.4 |
Drainage Area |
2.59 |
Nid Storage |
672 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
392cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
520cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
362cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
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.
Bentonia Watershed Structure 7 Dam