Strickland Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: D Herring Dam Ms05126 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Strickland Lake Dam, located in Oktibbeha, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of recreation, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment of 3 out of 5.
Although the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," it is subject to state inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite not having a designated dam type, the structure's buttress core design adds to its stability. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and does not have any associated locks or outlets.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Strickland Lake Dam will find its location and regulatory oversight by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality intriguing. Its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment suggest a relatively stable structure, making it a noteworthy site for recreational activities in the area. The dam's design and storage capacity further contribute to its significance within the region.
Dam Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2610cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
121cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
525cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3330cfs |
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.
Strickland Lake Dam