The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and climate consciousness.
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Completed in 2003, this private dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a height of 22 feet and a length of 450 feet. Its earth core buttress structure ensures stability and safety, with a significant hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of May 2020.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam on the UNT of Snake Creek provides vital water storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, benefiting the local community and ecosystem. With a drainage area of 0.15 square miles and a maximum discharge of 192 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water regulation. Despite its moderate risk assessment, regular inspections and enforcement by the state regulatory agency ensure the dam's reliability and functionality for years to come.
Supported by Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D) and the Vicksburg District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam stands as a model of sustainable infrastructure in Mississippi. With its uncontrolled spillway and satisfactory emergency action plan, this dam exemplifies the intersection of water resource management, climate resilience, and community engagement. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, we can look to this dam as a beacon of responsible stewardship and environmental protection in the face of changing climates and growing water demands.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF SNAKE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.15 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
26 |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
738cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
609cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
514cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
317000cfs |