Spring Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Of Pines Dam Ms04141 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
Spring Lake Dam, located in Vancleave, Mississippi, along the Little Mounters Creek, was completed in 1971 and is owned and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 26 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a surface area of 93 acres and a storage capacity of 655 acre-feet. The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type and is currently rated as having a low hazard potential but a poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in 2013.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Despite its recreational purpose, the dam's condition raises concerns about its long-term safety and effectiveness. The USDA NRCS was the designer of this structure, and it falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With its location in a picturesque setting in Jackson County, Mississippi, Spring Lake Dam is not only a place for outdoor enthusiasts but also a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and inspection of critical water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE MOUNGERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
93 |
Nid Storage |
655 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pascagoula River At Graham Ferry
|
3330cfs |
Red Creek At Vestry
|
242cfs |
Escatawpa River Near Agricola Ms
|
420cfs |
Biloxi River At Wortham
|
37cfs |
Crooked Creek Near Fairview
|
6cfs |
Hamilton Creek At Snow Road Near Semmes
|
12cfs |
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.
Spring Lake Dam