Laughlin Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Slaughter Lake Dam Dodson Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Laughlin Lake Dam, located in Oktibbeha, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This Earth dam with a Buttress core type stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet, primarily serving recreational purposes. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition is currently not rated, indicating a need for further assessment and potentially enhanced risk management measures.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not been modified in recent years. It does not have associated structures or outlet gates, and its inspection frequency and emergency preparedness details are yet to be determined. With a risk assessment rating of moderate and a lack of a condition assessment, Laughlin Lake Dam presents an opportunity for stakeholders and enthusiasts in water resource and climate fields to monitor and potentially improve its safety measures and overall resilience to potential hazards.
Laughlin Lake Dam's location within the Vicksburg District and its private ownership status highlight the importance of effective regulatory oversight and maintenance practices to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the preservation of the dam's recreational and water resource functions. As climate change impacts continue to influence water management strategies, monitoring and enhancing the resilience of structures like Laughlin Lake Dam will be crucial in safeguarding against potential risks and ensuring sustainable water resource management practices for the future.
Dam Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2610cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
147cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
525cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
1550cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
121cfs |
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.
Laughlin Lake Dam