Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam
Key Takeaway
Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. 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 | 35 ft (taller than 95.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 495 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01674 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
INDIAN CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam?
Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam 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 Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam?
Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam is owned by INDIAN CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam built?
Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 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 Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam?
Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 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 Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam?
Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam last inspected?
Indian Creek WS Str Y-9a-07 Dam was last inspected on February 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.