Callon Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Callon Lake Dam, located in Foster, Adams County, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1955 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at 12 feet high and has a storage capacity of 225 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-Mammoth Bayou, managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, and falls under state regulation for inspection, permitting, and enforcement.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Callon Lake Dam is currently deemed to be in "Not Rated" condition. It features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks or structures. Despite its age, the dam has not undergone any significant modifications over the years, and its emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unclear. Overall, Callon Lake Dam offers a recreational space for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy within the Vicksburg District, under the care of the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR- MAMMOUTH BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
225 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Homochitto River At Rosetta
|
2130cfs |
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
257cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
168cfs |
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
444cfs |
(Coe) Atchafalaya River At Simmesport
|
105000cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
329000cfs |
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.
Callon Lake Dam