Shots Creek Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Shots Creek Dam, located in Clarke, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet, primarily serving as a recreational water resource. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is designed as an earth structure with a buttress core type, featuring an uncontrolled spillway.
Despite not having a designated completion year or recent inspection date, Shots Creek Dam continues to provide valuable water storage and recreational opportunities for the local community. The dam's risk management measures are currently unspecified, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of the structure. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the ecological significance of this dam within the Mississippi landscape, while recognizing the importance of sustainable management practices to preserve its long-term viability.
Dam Height |
14 |
Surface Area |
14 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
519cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
119cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
159cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
29cfs |
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
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.
Shots Creek Dam