Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam

Panola, Mississippi· Built 1959· Earth· 26 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 82.3% in MS)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage730 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDMS01665

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 14, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

ROBERT SHAWN LAND

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam?

Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam?

Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam is owned by ROBERT SHAWN LAND (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam built?

Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam?

Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam 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 Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam?

Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam last inspected?

Hotophia Creek Watershed Structure Y-10a-43 Dam was last inspected on March 14, 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.