Burrell Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Burrell Lake Dam, located in Attala, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 12 feet, providing a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its relatively small size, Burrell Lake Dam poses a moderate risk level, with an undetermined hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and does not have any associated locks or outlets. While there are no specific details on the year of completion or modifications, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans are not explicitly documented in the available data.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Burrell Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately-owned recreational structure in Mississippi. The dam's moderate risk level and lack of hazard potential assessment highlight the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of both the dam and the surrounding community. As climate change continues to impact water resources, understanding the regulatory oversight and risk management strategies for dams like Burrell Lake Dam becomes increasingly crucial in safeguarding against potential incidents and ensuring sustainable water management practices.
Dam Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
103cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
468cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
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.
Burrell Lake Dam