Chunky River Watershed Structure 25 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Chunky River Watershed Structure 25 Dam, also known as Chunky 25, is a local government-owned dam located in Hickory, Mississippi.
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Summary
Built in 1987 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Richardson Creek. With a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 462 acre-feet, the dam spans 16 acres and covers a drainage area of 0.9 square miles.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Chunky River Watershed Structure 25 Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with environmental standards. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition was assessed as fair during the last inspection in 2014. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a moderate level of risk associated with its operation and maintenance.
Overall, Chunky River Watershed Structure 25 Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and is a key component of the water resource infrastructure in Newton County, Mississippi. Its design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service reflect a commitment to sustainable water management practices, while state oversight ensures its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
RICHARDSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.9 |
Nid Storage |
462 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Chunky River Watershed Structure 25 Dam