Upper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam dam
Upper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam
The Upper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam, also known as Greentree Lake, is a local government-owned dam located in Sylvarena, Mississippi. Built in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans a length of 1237 feet, with a storage capacity of 2365 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction and it is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the Upper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the area. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates help regulate water flow, with a maximum discharge capacity of 3117 cfs. The dam covers a drainage area of 4.46 square miles and has a surface area of 38.3 acres, providing essential water resource management in Smith County, Mississippi.
Despite its moderate risk assessment, the Upper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam remains a vital infrastructure for flood management in the region. Regular inspections and maintenance ensure its continued functionality in reducing flood risks and protecting the surrounding communities. As a key component of the local water resource infrastructure, this dam demonstrates the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Upper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tallahala Creek At Waldrup | 117 cfs | → |
| Leaf River Nr Collins | 488 cfs | → |
| Chunky River Nr Chunky | 206 cfs | → |
| Chickasawhay River At Enterprise | 513 cfs | → |
| South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove | 8 cfs | → |
| Tallahala Creek At Laurel | 17 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Upper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam.
Track Upper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Upper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam
Where does the data for Upper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Upper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam.