The North Tillatoba Hunter Creek Drainage District Structure Y-17c-21 Dam, also known as Dam 21, is located in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi, and was completed in 1988 by the USDA NRCS.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet with a hydraulic height of 13 feet, serving primarily for flood risk reduction along Bailey Creek. With a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 5.8 acres and drains a 0.31 square mile area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in May 2013. The spillway is uncontrolled, allowing for a maximum discharge of 24.6 cubic feet per second. While the dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, it serves as a crucial structure in managing water resources and mitigating the impacts of climate-related events in the region.
In the event of an emergency, the dam's risk assessment is moderate (3), highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. With a history of successful operation and a commitment to meeting regulatory guidelines, the North Tillatoba Hunter Creek Drainage District Structure Y-17c-21 Dam plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
460 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF BAILEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
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