Cleveland Fisheries Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cleveland Fisheries Dam, located in Boyle, Mississippi, was completed in 1966 and is primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This private dam, designed by USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 8 feet and has a storage capacity of 2160 acre-feet. Situated on TR- Jones Bayou, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is state-jurisdiction and permitting.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Cleveland Fisheries Dam is currently not rated for its condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks or structures. While it has not been inspected recently, the dam is subject to state inspection, enforcement, and regulatory oversight to ensure its safety and compliance with environmental standards.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Cleveland Fisheries Dam offers a fascinating case study in dam construction and management. With its earth core type and buttress foundation, this dam serves as a recreational resource while also highlighting the importance of state regulation and enforcement in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure. As efforts continue to assess and manage the risk associated with dams like Cleveland Fisheries, it serves as a reminder of the critical role these structures play in water resource management and environmental conservation.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR- JONES BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
2160 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Sunflower River Nr Merigold
|
703cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Sunflower
|
1370cfs |
Bogue Phalia Nr Leland
|
1110cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
6080cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Clarksdale
|
58cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
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.
Cleveland Fisheries Dam