Camps Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04994 Lake Dam Love Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Camps Lake Dam, located in Oktibbeha, Mississippi, was completed in 1955 and stands at a height of 15 feet.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 240 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state authorities, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, Camps Lake Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level (3) based on a risk assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not been rated in terms of its condition assessment. However, with emergency action plans not yet prepared and updated, there is room for improvement in terms of risk management measures. The dam is not owned or funded by federal agencies but is maintained by private ownership, making it a crucial local resource for water recreation enthusiasts and climate advocates in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Camps Lake Dam for its role in providing recreational opportunities while also highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and risk management for dam infrastructure. As a state-regulated structure with a moderate risk assessment, there is potential for increased safety measures and emergency preparedness to ensure the longevity and sustainability of this essential water resource in Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
240 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2590cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
505cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
3080cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
143cfs |
Buttahatchee River Nr Aberdeen
|
693cfs |
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.
Camps Lake Dam