Tippah River Watershed Structure Lt-7-21 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Taylor Lake Dam Ms05681 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Tippah River Watershed Structure Lt-7-21 Dam, located in Bethlehem, Mississippi, is a crucial infrastructure owned by the local government and designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 1975, this earth dam stands at 34 feet high and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 1085 acre-feet, it plays a vital role in managing the flow of the TR- Tippah River and Potts Creek, covering a drainage area of 1.71 square miles.
Managed and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite not being condition-rated, the Tippah River Watershed Structure Lt-7-21 Dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced regularly to ensure its effectiveness in flood control. While it operates with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam remains a critical piece of infrastructure in safeguarding the surrounding communities and environment from potential water-related disasters. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the significance of this structure in balancing the delicate ecosystem of the Tippah River Watershed.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TIPPAH RIVER; POTTS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.71 |
Nid Storage |
1085 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
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.
Tippah River Watershed Structure Lt-7-21 Dam