Murray Creek Ws Str Y-13a-5 Dam dam
Murray Creek Ws Str Y-13a-5 Dam
Murray Creek WS Str Y-13a-5 Dam, also known as Y-13a-5, is a key structure in Lafayette, Mississippi, designed by the USDA NRCS to manage flood risk along the TR-Murray Creek. Completed in 1974, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 375 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 181 acre-feet to mitigate potential flooding in the area. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving as a critical infrastructure managed by the local government.
Despite its significance in safeguarding the region from potential inundation, Murray Creek WS Str Y-13a-5 Dam is currently assessed to be in poor condition with a high hazard potential. The inspection frequency is set at 5 years, and the last assessment in 2019 revealed the dam's inadequate state. The dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are under scrutiny to ensure the safety of residents and properties in case of a breach. With a moderate risk rating, efforts are being made to address the dam's structural deficiencies and enhance its resilience in the face of changing climate patterns.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the operational challenges and maintenance requirements of Murray Creek WS Str Y-13a-5 Dam is crucial for supporting sustainable water management practices in the region. Collaborative efforts between regulatory agencies, local authorities, and the community are essential to ensure the dam's functionality and effectiveness in mitigating flood risks, especially in the face of increasing climate variability. By staying informed and engaged in the maintenance and improvement of critical infrastructure like Y-13a-5, we can contribute to building climate-resilient communities and safeguarding water resources for future generations.
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 Murray Creek Ws Str Y-13a-5 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yocona River Nr Oxford | 115 cfs | → |
| Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley | 25 cfs | → |
| Skuna River At Bruce | 71 cfs | → |
| Little Tallahatchie River At Etta | 150 cfs | → |
| Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville | 13 cfs | → |
| Yalobusha River At Grenada | 121 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Murray Creek Ws Str Y-13a-5 Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 553 Yalobusha County
- Engineers Point Boat Ramp
- County Road 535 Lafayette County
- Panola County
- Ms 315 Scenic Panola County
- County Road 170 Yalobusha County
Track Murray Creek Ws Str Y-13a-5 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 Murray Creek Ws Str Y-13a-5 Dam
Where does the data for Murray Creek Ws Str Y-13a-5 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 High 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 Murray Creek Ws Str Y-13a-5 Dam.