Chestnut Lake Dam, also known as Tillatoba Creek Structure Y-17b-11, is a Federal-owned structure located in Yalobusha, Mississippi, with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Built in 1978 by the NRCS, this earth dam stands at 27 feet high and spans 660 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 2009 acre-feet and a normal storage of 175 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Unt of Tillatoba Creek and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Chestnut Lake Dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the area. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has not been rated for condition assessment. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam's location and design make it an essential component of the flood control system in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Chestnut Lake Dam to be an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and flood risk management within the Vicksburg District of Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
660 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF TILLATOBA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
2.62 |
Nid Storage |
2009 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Bryant - Grenada Lake
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Skuna/Turkey Creek - Grenada Lake
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North Abutment - Grenada Lake
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