The North Tillatoba Hunter Creek Drainage District Structure Y-17c-18 Dam, also known as Nthc Dam No.
Wind
Humidity
18, is a local government-owned structure located in Charleston, Mississippi. Constructed in 1988 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Thornton Creek, with a drainage area of 800 acres and a storage capacity of 248 acre-feet.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2013, the North Tillatoba Hunter Creek Dam is regulated and inspected by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, contributing to its effective flood risk reduction capabilities. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, the dam's construction and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service ensure its reliability in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure in managing water flow and protecting the local community from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
THORNTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Drainage Area |
800 |
Nid Storage |
248 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
39cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
29cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
33cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
636cfs |
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