C L Huff Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
C L Huff Lake Dam, located in Natchez, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1971 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This dam, with a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, serves as a vital structure along TR- Coles Creek North Fork. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is state-regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that it undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to maintain its integrity and safety.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated structures or locks. While its condition is currently not rated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans have not been evaluated or updated. C L Huff Lake Dam's strategic location and purposeful design make it a significant asset in the region, providing opportunities for recreation and water resource management. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam an intriguing site for exploring the intersection of human engineering and natural landscapes in Mississippi's Jefferson County.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR- COLES CREEK N FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
444cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
168cfs |
Homochitto River At Rosetta
|
2130cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
329000cfs |
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
257cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
677cfs |
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.
C L Huff Lake Dam