King Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Childs Lake Dam Hollomans Lake
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
King Lake Dam, located in Tibbee, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for recreation purposes along the TR-Cane Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 162 acre-feet. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and undetermined hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, King Lake Dam is subject to state regulations and inspections to ensure its safety and structural integrity. With its primary purpose being recreation, the dam offers a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. The dam's buttress core type and soil foundation add to its unique engineering design.
Although not rated for its condition assessment, King Lake Dam continues to serve as a vital resource for the local community and visitors alike. With its picturesque location in Chickasaw County, Mississippi, this dam represents a harmonious blend of nature and engineering, making it a must-visit destination for those interested in water resources and climate conservation efforts.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR- CANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
162 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
121cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
218cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3330cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bigbee
|
355cfs |
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.
King Lake Dam