Ross Branch Reservoir Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ross Branch Reservoir Dam is a private-owned structure in Winston, Mississippi, primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type, standing at a height of 10 feet and providing a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. The reservoir has a surface area of 60 acres and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is regularly monitored for any potential risks or issues. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ross Branch Reservoir Dam serves as a valuable recreational asset in the region, highlighting the importance of proper dam management and safety protocols in safeguarding water resources.
Dam Height |
10 |
Surface Area |
60 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
147cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2610cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
525cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
1550cfs |
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.
Ross Branch Reservoir Dam