Parks Lake Number 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Parks Lake Dam Mitchell Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Parks Lake Number 2 Dam in Winston, Mississippi is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
The earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state agencies to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have moderate risk due to its condition assessment being labelled as "not rated." The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unclear, highlighting the need for further evaluation and potential updates to enhance safety measures. With its uncontrolled spillway and moderate risk level, Parks Lake Number 2 Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Dam Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
137cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
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.
Parks Lake Number 2 Dam