Otoucalofa Creek Structure Y-15b-8 Dam, located in Water Valley, Mississippi, is a key structure designed by the USDA NRCS to address flood risk reduction in the region.
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Completed in 1996, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans a length of 1535 feet, with a storage capacity of 506 acre-feet. The dam is situated along the UNT of Sarter Creek, serving as a vital component in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding Lafayette County community.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Otoucalofa Creek Structure Y-15b-8 Dam has a high hazard potential but is currently rated as satisfactory in condition assessment. With a moderate risk level, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and functionality. In the event of an emergency, the dam is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, highlighting its critical role in flood risk management and water resource protection in the area.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
1535 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF SARTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Drainage Area |
1.87 |
Nid Storage |
506 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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|
96cfs |
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|
25cfs |
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30cfs |
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