Town Creek WS Str 15b Dam, located in Saltillo, Mississippi, is a vital structure owned by the local government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Built in 1978 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 39 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Unt of Town Creek. With a maximum storage capacity of 14,956 acre-feet and a drainage area of 18.63 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Lee County.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Town Creek WS Str 15b Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with regular inspections conducted every five years to ensure its structural integrity. In case of emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan is prepared to guide appropriate responses. With a history of operation and maintenance by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable water management practices in mitigating climate-related risks and protecting communities from flooding events in the region.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
3050 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF TOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
368 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
18.63 |
Nid Storage |
14956 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
36cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
182cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
26cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
218cfs |
Red Bud Creek Nr Moores Mill
|
8cfs |