Blackwell Lake Number 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06688 Lake Dam Blackwell Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Blackwell Lake Number 2 Dam, located in Smith County, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core type stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it is categorized with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is state-regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it meets the required guidelines for emergency action plans and risk management measures. The surrounding area, with a drainage area and surface area not specified, benefits from the recreational opportunities provided by Blackwell Lake Number 2 Dam.
Overall, Blackwell Lake Number 2 Dam serves as a valuable resource for water-based activities in the region, meeting regulatory standards and ensuring public safety. As a popular spot for recreation, this dam plays a key role in water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in the area, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring such essential infrastructure for the benefit of both residents and visitors alike.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
349cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
286cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
354cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
481cfs |
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.
Blackwell Lake Number 2 Dam