Cedar Hill Dam dam
Cedar Hill Dam
Cedar Hill Dam, located in Yalobusha, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. This earth dam, standing at a height of 19 feet with a length of 344 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes along the UNT of Durdan Creek. With a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.4 acres, the dam provides a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various outdoor activities.
Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and not yet rated for condition assessment, Cedar Hill Dam poses a moderate risk level (3) as assessed. The presence of an uncontrolled spillway indicates potential flooding risks, although specific risk management measures are not outlined in the available data. With no emergency action plan details provided, there is room for improvement in emergency preparedness and response strategies to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding community and environment in case of any unforeseen events at the dam.
As part of the Vicksburg District, Cedar Hill Dam offers a unique recreational experience within the picturesque surroundings of Yalobusha, Mississippi. While its exact completion year and inspection details remain undisclosed, the dam's presence contributes to the local landscape and water resources, serving as a focal point for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers seeking to immerse themselves in the beauty of this region.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Cedar Hill Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley | 25 cfs | → |
| Yocona River Nr Oxford | 150 cfs | → |
| Yalobusha River At Grenada | 104 cfs | → |
| Skuna River At Bruce | 19 cfs | → |
| Batupan Bogue At Grenada | 60 cfs | → |
| Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville | 13 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cedar Hill Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 553 Yalobusha County
- Quail Run Trail Yalobusha County
- County Road 170 Yalobusha County
- Persimmon Hill Multi-Purpose Trail Yalobusha County
- County Road 189 Yalobusha County
- Engineers Point Boat Ramp
Track Cedar Hill Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Cedar Hill Dam
Where does the data for Cedar Hill Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Undetermined hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Cedar Hill Dam.