Shoemake Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Shoemake Lake Dam, located in Jones, Mississippi, was completed in 1977 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This private dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 225 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 225 acre-feet and normal storage of 198 acre-feet. The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway type, presenting a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Shoemake Lake Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency. Its location within the Vicksburg District and its ownership by a private entity make it a notable structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness status are areas of interest for further study and monitoring in the context of climate change and water resource management.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
225 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
438cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
541cfs |
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.
Shoemake Lake Dam