Shuqualak Ws Str 2 Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Shuqualak WS Str 2 Dam, also known as Shuqualak Dam No.
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Summary
2, is a significant earth dam located in Shuqualak, Mississippi, along Shuqualak Creek. Built in 1983 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure for the area. With a height of 32 feet and a length of 2880 feet, it holds a normal storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and has a drainage area of 3.93 square miles.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Shuqualak WS Str 2 Dam has a fair condition assessment as of December 2018 and a significant hazard potential. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam is currently uncontrolled, with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. With its purpose solely focused on flood risk reduction, this structure plays a vital role in managing water resources and ensuring the safety of the surrounding community.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Shuqualak WS Str 2 Dam presents an intriguing case study of a local government-owned dam that plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction in Noxubee County, Mississippi. With its historical significance, structural details, and risk assessment, this dam exemplifies the intersection of water management, environmental regulations, and community safety. As efforts continue to maintain and monitor the dam's condition, its role in protecting the area from potential flooding events remains paramount in the region's water resource management strategy.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
2880 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
SHUQULAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31.3 |
Drainage Area |
3.93 |
Nid Storage |
3179 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Noxubee River At Macon
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146cfs |
Noxubee River Nr Geiger
|
188cfs |
Bodka Creek Near Geiger
|
15cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
7340cfs |
Tombigbee R At Gainesville L&D Nr Gainesville Al
|
3040cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
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.
Shuqualak Ws Str 2 Dam