The Tillatoba Creek Watershed Structure Y-17b-09 Dam, also known as Y-17b-9, is a locally owned earth dam located in Tillatoba, Mississippi.
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Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1977, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the TR- Tillatoba Creek. With a dam height of 14 feet and a storage capacity of 414 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating potential flood hazards in the area.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam remains in a not rated condition as per the latest assessment. With state jurisdiction and regulatory oversight, the Tillatoba Creek Watershed Structure Y-17b-09 Dam is equipped to handle emergencies and ensure the safety of surrounding communities in case of extreme weather events.
Situated within the Yalobusha County, this dam is part of the larger network of flood risk reduction infrastructure in the region. With state permitting, inspection, and enforcement mechanisms in place, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Mississippi. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Tillatoba Creek Watershed Structure Y-17b-09 Dam represents a significant asset in mitigating flood risks and safeguarding the environment in the local watershed.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TILLATOBA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.09 |
Nid Storage |
414 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |