The Ascalmore Structure Yo-30-04 Dam, also known as the Ascalamore Structure Y-17a-4, is a flood risk reduction dam located in Paynes, Mississippi.
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Built in 1956 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 26 feet and has a storage capacity of 74 acre-feet on Ascalmore Creek. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Despite being uncontrolled, the dam's risk assessment is moderate (3), indicating a level of potential risk that is being managed appropriately. The dam has not been rated for its current condition, but it is inspected, permitted, and regulated by state agencies. The primary purpose of the Ascalmore Structure Yo-30-04 Dam is flood risk reduction, serving the local community and protecting the surrounding area from potential water-related disasters. This structure is a crucial component of the water management system in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi, ensuring the safety and security of residents in the region.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
ASCALMORE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.15 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
6080cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |