The North Tillatoba Hunter Creek Drainage District Structure Y-17c-20 Dam, also known as Cupstaid Dam, is a local government-owned earth dam located in Charleston, Mississippi.
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Completed in 1987, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR- Tillatoba Creek North Fork. With a height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 207 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and operational effectiveness. Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam is subjected to moderate risk assessment, highlighting the importance of ongoing risk management measures. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the North Tillatoba Hunter Creek Drainage District Structure Y-17c-20 Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts, contributing to the overall resilience of the region against flooding threats.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TILLATOBA CREEK N FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
800 |
Nid Storage |
207 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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