Apple Creek North Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Apple Creek North Dam, located in Horn Lake, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Built in 2000, this earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and spans 1300 feet in length. The dam has a storage capacity of 170 acre-feet and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its proper inspection and enforcement measures are in place.

With a high hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, Apple Creek North Dam presents a significant concern for potential flooding and safety issues. Despite this, the condition assessment remains satisfactory as of the last inspection in June 2020. The dam features a controlled spillway and has a maximum discharge capacity of 478 cubic feet per second, providing essential flood control measures for the surrounding area.

Given its critical role in water resource management and the potential risks associated with its operation, continuous monitoring and maintenance of Apple Creek North Dam are essential to ensure the safety of the community and the preservation of the environment. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the complexity and importance of this structure in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks in the region.

Year Completed

2000

Dam Length

1300

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

UNT OF COW PEN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

10

Drainage Area

0.11

Nid Storage

170

Structural Height

13

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

13
       
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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. 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

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, 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.