Otoucalofa Creek Ws Str Y-15- 23 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Otoucalofa Creek WS Str Y-15- 23 Dam, located in Water Valley, Mississippi, is a private dam constructed in 1989 by the USDA NRCS with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Town Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a length of 1195 feet, providing a storage capacity of 479 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is classified as having a high hazard potential, although its condition is currently assessed as satisfactory.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a drainage area of 1.14 square miles. The last inspection was conducted in May 2020, with a frequency of 5 years, and the condition assessment was satisfactory as of March 2016. While the risk assessment is moderate, with a DSAC assigned date unavailable, there is no emergency action plan in place. Overall, the Otoucalofa Creek WS Str Y-15- 23 Dam serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction in Yalobusha County and contributes to the management of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
1195 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
1.14 |
Nid Storage |
479 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Otoucalofa Creek Ws Str Y-15- 23 Dam