Cypress Creek Y-19a-15

UNT of UNT of CYPRESS CREEK· Yalobusha, Mississippi· Earth· 10 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Cypress Creek Y-19a-15 is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 5.1% in MS)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage12 acre-ft
Normal Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMS03829

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 1, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

JIM WEBB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cypress Creek Y-19a-15?

Cypress Creek Y-19a-15 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cypress Creek Y-19a-15?

Cypress Creek Y-19a-15 is owned by JIM WEBB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cypress Creek Y-19a-15?

Cypress Creek Y-19a-15 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cypress Creek Y-19a-15?

Cypress Creek Y-19a-15 has a dam height of 10 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Cypress Creek Y-19a-15 last inspected?

Cypress Creek Y-19a-15 was last inspected on April 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.