Williams Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Kellogg Lake Dam Kennedy Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Williams Lake Dam, located in Clay County, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
The dam, classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. While the dam's hazard potential is currently listed as undetermined, its risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Williams Lake Dam is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, no emergency action plan has been reported, raising concerns about the preparedness for potential incidents or disasters. Overall, Williams Lake Dam presents an intriguing case for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore further in terms of its structural integrity, risk management, and environmental impact.
Dam Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2610cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
525cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
121cfs |
Buttahatchee River Nr Aberdeen
|
632cfs |
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.
Williams Lake Dam