Brookhaven Sewage Lagoon Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
The Brookhaven Sewage Lagoon Dam in Mississippi, with a height of 10 feet and a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway. It is privately owned and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
Located in Lincoln County, Mississippi, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Although the condition assessment is not rated, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and has not undergone any recent modifications. Emergency action plans and inundation maps have not been prepared for the dam, but risk management measures are in place to address any potential hazards. The overall risk associated with the dam is considered moderate.
Despite its functional purpose for sewage treatment, the Brookhaven Sewage Lagoon Dam provides a unique recreational setting for locals and visitors to enjoy. With its tranquil setting and low hazard potential, the dam offers a safe environment for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing. The dam's location in a picturesque area of Mississippi enhances the recreational experience for water resource and climate enthusiasts who appreciate the natural beauty and serenity of the region.
Dam Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
54cfs |
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1040cfs |
Bogue Chitto Nr Tylertown
|
296cfs |
Tangipahoa River At Osyka
|
168cfs |
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
88cfs |
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.
Brookhaven Sewage Lagoon Dam