Bowman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Haas Lake Dam Haas Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bowman Lake Dam in Mississippi serves as a crucial water resource structure owned by a private entity.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet. While primarily designed for recreation purposes, the dam is also regulated and inspected by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its compliance with state standards and safety measures.
Located in Clay County, Mississippi, Bowman Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as 'Not Rated' in terms of its condition assessment. Despite being a privately owned structure, it falls under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular permitting, inspection, and enforcement procedures. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and presents a moderate risk level, indicating the need for vigilant risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding area.
With its picturesque location and vital role in providing recreational opportunities, Bowman Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. Its presence highlights the importance of proper monitoring and maintenance of dams to mitigate potential risks and safeguard both the environment and local communities from the impacts of water-related hazards.
Dam Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
135 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
121cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3330cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2610cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
218cfs |
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.
Bowman Lake Dam