W B Cross Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms07224 Lake Dam Ms06922 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
W B Cross Lake Dam, located in Attala, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam with buttress core types stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is subject to state inspection, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Although W B Cross Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, it is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and does not have any associated locks. The risk management measures, emergency action plan, and other safety protocols for the dam are not explicitly stated in the available data, leaving room for further investigation into the structure's overall risk mitigation strategies.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, W B Cross Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam management and regulation. With its recreational focus and state oversight, the dam serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in the region, balancing the need for water storage with public safety considerations. Further evaluation of the dam's risk assessment, emergency preparedness, and condition monitoring could provide valuable insights into the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
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.
W B Cross Lake Dam