Mark Simmons Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Kuhn #1 Dam Ms07116 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Mark Simmons Lake in Holmes, Mississippi, designed by USDA NRCS, stands as a testament to flood risk reduction since its completion in 1973.
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Summary
This private earth dam, spanning 400 feet with a height of 22 feet, serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along TR- TECHEVA CREEK, offering a maximum storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. The low hazard potential of the lake coupled with its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates makes it a moderate risk, though not yet rated for condition assessment.
Located in Eden, Mississippi, under the jurisdiction of the Vicksburg District, Mark Simmons Lake remains unregulated, uninspected, and unenforced by the state. Despite the lack of state oversight, the lake continues to provide essential flood risk reduction for the surrounding area. With its stone core and soil foundation, the lake's structure has withstood the test of time since its construction nearly half a century ago.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mark Simmons Lake offers a fascinating case study in private dam infrastructure and its role in mitigating flood risks in Mississippi. As a part of the Natural Resources Conservation Service's portfolio, this uncontrolled spillway lake showcases the importance of effective design and construction in managing water resources for the community's benefit.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TECHEVA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
190cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
502cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
96cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
54cfs |
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.
Mark Simmons Lake