Hoover Lake Ms00550 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Hoover Lake Ms00550 Dam in Covington, Mississippi, is a private-owned earth dam primarily built for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 10 feet, with a storage capacity of 108 acre-feet. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it is under state regulation by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement measures are in place to maintain its integrity.
Located within the Vicksburg District, Hoover Lake Ms00550 Dam poses a moderate risk level, with an undetermined hazard potential. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the dam has no associated locks or outlet gates. Despite lacking information on its completion year and condition assessment date, the dam remains a key feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in exploring the recreational opportunities it offers in the serene surroundings of Covington, Mississippi. Further data on the dam's inspection frequency, emergency preparedness, and risk management measures could provide a more comprehensive understanding of its operational status and safety protocols.
Dam Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
108 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
190cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
127cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
162cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
747cfs |
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.
Hoover Lake Ms00550 Dam