Mcnairycypress Creek #14 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mcnairycypress Creek #16 Twin Springs
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mcnairycypress Creek #14, also known as Mcnairy Cypress Creek W/S Dam 16, is a local government-owned earth dam situated in Selmer, Tennessee.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam also serves for debris control, fish and wildlife pond management. Completed in 1980, this structure has a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, providing a storage capacity of 394 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 15.5 acres.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, this dam on Crooked Creek is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. Despite its high hazard potential, the condition assessment as of April 2020 was deemed satisfactory. With a moderate risk rating, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and maintaining the ecological balance of the surrounding environment.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Mcnairycypress Creek #14 an essential infrastructure for flood control and wildlife conservation in McNairy County, Tennessee. Its strategic location and design, overseen by the USDA NRCS and HAL PRIDGEON, JR OF PRATHER.THOMAS.CAMPBELL.PRIDGEON, ensure efficient water management and protection of the local ecosystem. As a key element in the region's water resource management, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government and regulatory agencies for sustainable development and disaster resilience.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
525 |
River Or Stream |
CROOKED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
0.87 |
Nid Storage |
394 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Horse Creek Near Savannah
|
87cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
944cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Middle Fork Forked Deer River Near Fairview
|
166cfs |
Bear Creek At Bishop
|
4330cfs |
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.
Mcnairycypress Creek #14