Turkey Trott Dam #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Turkey Trott Dam #2, located in Forrest, Mississippi, stands as a crucial water resource structure along the UNT of Big Creek.


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Summary

This privately-owned dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene environment for visitors to enjoy. With a structural height of 18 feet and a hydraulic height of 14 feet, the dam boasts a maximum storage capacity of 367.3 acre-feet, providing essential water management in the region.

Despite its low hazard potential, Turkey Trott Dam #2 has undergone modifications in 2013 to enhance its mechanical, seismic, and overall stability. The dam is classified as having a moderate risk level, indicating a need for ongoing risk management and monitoring. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its inspection, enforcement, and permitting processes are all managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring compliance with state regulations and safety standards.

Situated within the Mobile District, Turkey Trott Dam #2 contributes to the conservation and preservation of water resources in the area. Its earth core type and uncontrolled spillway design highlight its adaptability to natural conditions. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of dams like Turkey Trott Dam #2 is essential for promoting sustainable water management practices and addressing climate-related challenges in the region.

Years Modified

2013 - Mechanical, 2013 - Other, 2013 - Seismic

Dam Length

800

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

UNT OF BIG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

25.7

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

0.58

Nid Storage

367.3

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

20
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.