Burgess Lake Ms00285 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wesson Lake Dam Williams Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Burgess Lake Ms00285 Dam is a private dam located in Smyrna, Mississippi, along the TR- Bayou Pierre river.
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Summary
Built in 1947 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 15 feet in height and serves primarily for recreational purposes. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is state-regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its compliance with safety and environmental standards.
With a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, Burgess Lake Dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Although it has not been inspected for condition assessment, the dam's risk management measures are in place to maintain its safety and stability. The dam's location in Lincoln County, Mississippi, under the jurisdiction of the Vicksburg District, makes it an essential part of the local water resource infrastructure, contributing to water management and recreation in the region.
Overall, Burgess Lake Ms00285 Dam is a vital structure that provides both recreational opportunities and water resource management in Mississippi. As a privately owned and state-regulated dam, it plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and stability of the surrounding area while offering a source of enjoyment for the community. Given its historical significance and ongoing risk management efforts, Burgess Lake Dam remains a valuable asset in balancing water resource needs and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BAYOU PIERRE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1230cfs |
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
1640cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
94cfs |
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
611cfs |
Bogue Chitto Nr Tylertown
|
1020cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
286cfs |
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.
Burgess Lake Ms00285 Dam