Worsham Brothers Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Worsham Brothers Dam, located in Alcorn, Mississippi, serves as a vital water resource for the region.
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Summary
Completed in 1994, this private dam primarily caters to recreational purposes, offering a peaceful retreat for water enthusiasts. With a height of 12 feet and a length of 650 feet, the dam stands as a testament to engineering marvel, providing a surface area of 12 acres and a drainage area of 0.09 square miles.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Worsham Brothers Dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and a maximum discharge rate of 154 cubic feet per second, ensuring efficient water flow management. While the hazard potential remains undetermined, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and management. With a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water levels and supporting the local ecosystem.
Despite being privately owned, Worsham Brothers Dam's impact extends beyond its recreational value, contributing to the overall water management infrastructure in the region. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resources, the dam's existence highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices for the future.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF SEVEN MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Horse Creek Near Savannah
|
87cfs |
Bear Creek At Bishop
|
4330cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
944cfs |
Red Bud Creek Nr Moores Mill
|
12cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
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.
Worsham Brothers Dam