The North Tillatoba Hunter Creek Drainage District Structure Y-17c-9 Dam, also known as McCartney Dam, is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Charleston, Mississippi.
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Built in 1987 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a storage capacity of 639 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is designed to mitigate the risk of flooding in the area, particularly along Bellamy Creek.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2013, the North Tillatoba Hunter Creek Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation. While the dam has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, it is equipped to handle moderate risks and has not required significant modifications since its construction. As a locally-owned structure, it serves as an essential component of the flood control infrastructure in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi, ensuring the safety and security of the community during periods of heavy rainfall and high water levels.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
BELLAMY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
227.97 |
Nid Storage |
639 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
39cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
29cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
636cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
33cfs |
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