Lake Tiak O Khata Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Louisville, Mississippi, Lake Tiak O Khata is a privately owned reservoir primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
The earth dam, completed in 1954, stands at a height of 33 feet and stretches 900 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 650 acre-feet. With a surface area of 64 acres and a drainage area of 0.5 square miles, the reservoir offers ample opportunities for water-based activities in a picturesque setting.
Despite its recreational allure, Lake Tiak O Khata poses a high hazard potential with an unsatisfactory condition assessment as of March 2021. The reservoir is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring state permitting, inspection, and enforcement measures are in place. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, there is room for improvement in implementing risk management measures to enhance the safety and resilience of the dam structure.
Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate may find Lake Tiak O Khata a fascinating subject for study and conservation efforts. Understanding the dynamics of this reservoir, its management practices, and the potential risks involved can provide valuable insights into sustainable water resource management and the intersection of human activities with natural ecosystems in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF HUGHES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
64 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
650 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
146cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
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.
Lake Tiak O Khata