Tallahaga Creek Structure 06 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Tallahaga Creek Structure 06 Dam, also known as Lamar Bane Lake, is a local government-owned structure in Winston, Mississippi, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1978.
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Summary
The dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the Tallahaga Creek, with a height of 26 feet and a storage capacity of 1726 acre-feet. The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type, built on a soil foundation, and features an uncontrolled spillway.
Despite being relatively low-hazard and in fair condition as of the last assessment in 2014, the dam is under state regulation and inspection by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. The risk assessment for Tallahaga Creek Structure 06 Dam is moderate, indicating a potential for moderate consequences in the event of failure. The dam does not have a formal Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, and there are no specific risk management measures or inundation maps prepared for emergency response.
Located in Noxapater, Mississippi, Tallahaga Creek Structure 06 Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for flood risk mitigation in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as an example of the importance of maintaining and monitoring dam structures to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and water resources. The ongoing state regulation, inspections, and fair condition assessment highlight the efforts to manage risks and maintain the integrity of this crucial water management infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TALLAHAGA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
2.75 |
Nid Storage |
1726 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
146cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
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 06 Dam