Paul Cheeks Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Paul Cheeks Dam, located in Jones, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at a height of 20 feet and stretching 600 feet in length, serves primarily for recreational purposes along the Burr Creek. With a storage capacity of 144 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres, the dam offers opportunities for leisure activities in a picturesque natural setting.
Although the dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined and its condition has not been rated, it is subject to state inspection, enforcement, and permitting, ensuring the safety and compliance of its operations. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk, prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures. While the dam may not have a designated emergency action plan in place, its location and purpose make it a valuable resource for water recreation enthusiasts and climate-conscious individuals alike.
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
BURR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
144 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
354cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
481cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1920cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
349cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
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.
Paul Cheeks Dam