Indian Creek Bb B Structure Y-9d-1a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Indian Creek Bb B Structure Y-9d-1a Dam, also known as Y-9d-1a Peach Creek Dam, is a key flood risk reduction infrastructure located in Ballentine, Mississippi.
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Summary
Owned by the local government and designed by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 46 feet and stretches 1970 feet in length. Completed in 1985, it serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the surrounding area, particularly along Peach Creek.
Despite its important role in mitigating flood risks, the dam's condition assessment in 2016 rated it as poor, with a low hazard potential. This assessment highlights the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the dam's effectiveness in protecting the community. Additionally, the dam lacks controlled spillways and outlet gates, making its flood control capabilities reliant on natural processes. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts may find Indian Creek Bb B Structure Y-9d-1a Dam an intriguing case study for understanding the challenges and importance of maintaining critical infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
1970 |
Dam Height |
46 |
River Or Stream |
PEACH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
15.35 |
Nid Storage |
8750 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
46 |
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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.
Indian Creek Bb B Structure Y-9d-1a Dam