Columbia Training School Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms07152 Lake Dam Ms07151 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Located in Marion, Mississippi, the Columbia Training School Dam is a state-regulated structure primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level.
Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and there is limited information available on its inspection history. With no associated structures and a lack of emergency action preparedness measures in place, there is a potential for increased risk in the event of a hazard. Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate resilience may find the Columbia Training School Dam to be an intriguing case study in the intersection of recreational infrastructure and safety considerations.
Dam Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Columbia
|
2120cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
166cfs |
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
1040cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
127cfs |
Bogue Chitto Nr Tylertown
|
372cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
798cfs |
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.
Columbia Training School Dam