Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam dam
Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam
Located in Cowanville, Mississippi, the Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam, also known as Copiah 2a, stands as a testament to the collaborative effort of the USDA NRCS in creating a recreational oasis for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Completed in 1987, this earth dam with a height of 35 feet and a storage capacity of 2141 acre-feet, sits along the Indian Creek within the Vicksburg District. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and low hazard potential, the dam is deemed satisfactory in condition assessment, providing a safe and enjoyable environment for recreational activities.
Managed by a private owner, the Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its compliance to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols. With a surface area of 46 acres and a drainage area of 4.26 square miles, this dam offers a serene retreat for outdoor enthusiasts seeking refuge in nature. The risk assessment deems the dam's risk as moderate (3), prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and longevity of this vital water resource infrastructure.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to appreciate the beauty and functionality of the Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam, its significance as a recreational haven remains unparalleled in the Copiah County of Mississippi. With its peaceful surroundings, earth dam structure, and satisfactory condition, this dam stands as a symbol of resilience and collaboration in fostering a harmonious relationship between humans and nature. As stewards of this precious resource, it is imperative to uphold responsible practices and measures to protect and preserve the Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam for future generations to enjoy.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pearl River Nr Rockport | 5,700 cfs | → |
| Pearl River Nr Monticello | 4,510 cfs | → |
| Strong River At D`Lo | 129 cfs | → |
| Pearl River At Jackson | 2,430 cfs | → |
| Lynch Creek At Jackson | 207 cfs | → |
| Homochitto River At Eddiceton | 301 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam.
Track Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam
Where does the data for Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Copiah Creek District Site 2a Dam.