Tallahaga Creek Structure 03 Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Noxapater, Winston County, Mississippi, the Tallahaga Creek Structure 03 Dam, also known as Davis Fair Lake, was designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1978.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 23.5 feet, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR- Tallahaga Creek. With a storage capacity of 1,289 acre-feet and a surface area of 87.6 acres, the dam plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Owned by the Local Government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the Tallahaga Creek Structure 03 Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential. Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, the dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and functionality. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, contributing to its flood risk reduction capabilities and overall effectiveness in managing water resources in the area.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the significance of the Tallahaga Creek Structure 03 Dam in Winston County. Its strategic location, design features, and regulatory oversight highlight the importance of proper infrastructure in managing flood risks and ensuring water resource sustainability. As a key player in the flood risk reduction efforts along Tallahaga Creek, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local governments, regulatory agencies, and design professionals in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Height |
23.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TALLAHAGA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
87.6 |
Drainage Area |
2.01 |
Nid Storage |
1289 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
146cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
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.
Tallahaga Creek Structure 03 Dam