Town Creek Watershed Structure 29 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Town Creek Watershed Structure 29 Dam, also known as Town Creek Dam 29, is a vital structure located in Union, Mississippi, designed by the USDA NRCS to manage flood risk in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 1978, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and plays a crucial role in reducing the risk of flooding for the surrounding communities. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in the region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Town Creek Watershed Structure 29 Dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and uncontrolled outlet gates. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. This structure has a storage capacity of 804 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 2.2 square miles, contributing to the overall water management strategy in the region.
With a focus on flood risk reduction, Town Creek Watershed Structure 29 Dam showcases the collaborative efforts between the local government, USDA NRCS, and regulatory agencies to ensure the safety and resilience of the community in the face of climate challenges. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of such infrastructure in managing water resources and mitigating climate-related risks is essential for promoting sustainable development and disaster resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
1233 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TOWN CREEK; FLAT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
2.2 |
Nid Storage |
804 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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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.
Town Creek Watershed Structure 29 Dam