Blue Springs Lake A Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Blue Springs Lake A Dam in DeSoto, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.


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Summary

Built in 1995 for recreational purposes, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 38 feet and spans 697 feet in length. It has a storage capacity of 900 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 520 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 42 acres.

The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 5150 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, its condition has been assessed as fair, with the last inspection conducted in June 2020. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a need for continued monitoring and risk management measures to ensure its safety and functionality for the surrounding community and environment.

Overall, Blue Springs Lake A Dam serves as a vital structure for recreational activities while also posing challenges in terms of management and safety due to its high hazard potential. With regular inspections and risk assessments in place, the dam continues to play a crucial role in water resource management in the area.

Year Completed

1995

Dam Length

697

Dam Height

38

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

42

Drainage Area

0.78

Nid Storage

900

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

38
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.