North Tillatoba Hunter Creek Drainage District Structure Y-17c-3 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 29, 2025

The North Tillatoba Hunter Creek Drainage District Structure Y-17c-3 Dam, also known as N.


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Summary

Tillatoba-Hunter Creek No. 3, is a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure located in Charleston, Mississippi. Built in 1985 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 230 acre-feet. The dam is state-regulated and overseen by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring proper inspection, enforcement, and permitting procedures are in place.

Situated on the TR-Hunter Creek, this dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While it has not been inspected recently, the risk assessment for this structure is moderate (3), indicating a need for continued monitoring and maintenance. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving the local community and surrounding areas in Tallahatchie County. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and protecting against potential flooding events.

As part of the Memphis District under the USACE, the North Tillatoba Hunter Creek Drainage District Structure Y-17c-3 Dam showcases the collaborative effort between local government agencies and federal entities in safeguarding communities against water-related hazards. With its strategic location and design features, this dam serves as a key component in the overall water resource management system, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure for climate adaptation and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1985

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

TR- HUNTER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.6

Nid Storage

230

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

30
       
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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. 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

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, 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.