Strong Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Strong Lake Dam, located in Vicksburg, Mississippi, serves as a vital structure for recreation purposes along the UNT of Hatcheu Bayou.
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Summary
Built in 1947, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet, with a length of 406 feet and a storage capacity of 79 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is for recreational activities, offering a surface area of 5 acres and a drainage area of 0.07 square miles.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Strong Lake Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in April 2018, the dam poses a moderate risk (level 3) which necessitates ongoing risk management measures. While it does not have locks or outlet gates, it features an uncontrolled spillway to manage water flow.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Strong Lake Dam will appreciate its historical significance, engineering design, and role in providing recreational opportunities in the Warren County area. The dam's location, design, and management practices underscore the importance of balancing human recreation with environmental conservation and safety considerations in water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
406 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF HATCHEU BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
79 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
232000cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
445cfs |
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
108cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
369cfs |
Tensas River At Tendal
|
16cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
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.
Strong Lake Dam