Doss Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Roland Lake Dam Ms07046 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Doss Lake Dam in Eupora, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. The dam is located on the TR- Big Black River, within Choctaw County, Mississippi, and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Despite its low hazard potential, Doss Lake Dam poses a moderate risk due to its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. The dam has not been rated for its condition, and no emergency action plan is currently in place. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting are conducted by state regulatory agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Doss Lake Dam, with its picturesque location and recreational purpose, serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the balance of conservation and recreation that this dam provides, while also recognizing the importance of ongoing risk assessment and management measures to ensure the safety and sustainability of the structure.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BIG BLACK RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
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.
Doss Lake Dam