Francis Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Francis Lake Dam, located in Attala, Mississippi, is a private dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at 18 feet high and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment.
Although the dam does not have a designated spillway, its risk assessment is categorized as moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. Despite not having a recent inspection date or assessment, the dam is maintained to meet state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. The dam's location in the Mobile District and its association with the federal agencies remain unspecified, suggesting a more localized oversight and operation.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Francis Lake Dam can appreciate its role in providing recreational opportunities while also understanding the importance of maintaining its structural integrity and compliance with state regulations. The dam's moderate risk level underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and management to ensure the safety of the surrounding area and the sustainability of the water resources it controls.
Dam Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
54cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
190cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
96cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
532cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
277cfs |
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.
Francis Lake Dam