Lake Toc O Leen Dam in Stone, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 16 feet high and has a storage capacity of 550 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Kirby Creek, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Although the dam's hazard potential is considered low, it has a moderate risk assessment rating. The spillway is uncontrolled, and the outlet gates are also uncontrolled. The dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, and there are no emergency action plans in place as of the last data update in May 2021. It is located in the city of Stillmore and falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Lake Toc O Leen Dam an intriguing structure to explore, given its design and purpose for recreational use. With its connection to TR-Kirby Creek and its importance in the local landscape, this dam offers a glimpse into the management of water resources in Mississippi. As efforts continue to assess and manage the risk associated with the dam, it serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges and responsibilities in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure in the region.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR- KIRBY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
550 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
612cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
71cfs |
Biloxi River At Wortham
|
467cfs |
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
|
380cfs |
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
456cfs |
Wolf River Nr Landon
|
1010cfs |