Hickahala Creek Ws Str Y 6 16 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hickahala Creek WS Str Y 6 16 Dam, also known as Y-6-16, is a local government-owned structure located in Tate, Mississippi.
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Summary
Built in 1967 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR- Hickahala Creek. With a hazard potential rated as low and a moderate risk assessment, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is state-regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood control. Despite not having a designated dam length or volume, it provides a storage capacity of 153 acre-feet. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the outlet gates are also uncontrolled, reflecting the simplicity of its design yet the importance of its function in mitigating flood risks.
As a part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in the area, Hickahala Creek WS Str Y 6 16 Dam contributes to the overall water resource management efforts in Mississippi. With its moderate risk assessment and low hazard potential, this dam serves as a key component in safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential flooding events. The dam's location on the TR- Hickahala Creek highlights its strategic placement to manage water flow and protect the local area from the impacts of extreme weather events influenced by climate change.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HICKAHALA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.35 |
Nid Storage |
153 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
30cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Wolf River At Germantown
|
542cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
68cfs |
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.
Hickahala Creek Ws Str Y 6 16 Dam