Town Creek Watershed Structure 4 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Town Creek Watershed Structure 4 Dam, located in Lee, Mississippi, is a crucial asset for flood risk reduction in the area.
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Summary
Constructed in 1997 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a storage capacity of 875 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Smith Creek, serves as a protective barrier against potential flooding events, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Town Creek Watershed Structure 4 Dam is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 54 cubic feet per second. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam plays a significant role in mitigating flood-related risks in the region. Despite being not rated for its condition assessment, the dam is inspected regularly to ensure its effectiveness in flood control measures.
Overall, Town Creek Watershed Structure 4 Dam is a vital infrastructure for the community of Union, Mississippi, providing essential flood risk reduction capabilities and contributing to the overall water resource management in the region. With its strategic location and design, this earth dam serves as a critical component in safeguarding the area against potential flooding events and ensuring the safety and well-being of local residents.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
1115 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
SMITH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28.2 |
Drainage Area |
1.8 |
Nid Storage |
875 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
144cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
180cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bigbee
|
970cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3330cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
43cfs |
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.
Town Creek Watershed Structure 4 Dam