Brownley Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06445 Lake Dam Ms06444 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Brownley Lake Dam, located in Wayne, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 12 feet, offering a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring proper inspection, enforcement, and permitting processes are in place to maintain its safety and functionality.
Despite its low hazard potential, Brownley Lake Dam is categorized with a moderate risk level due to its condition being not rated. Emergency action plans and risk management measures are yet to be fully developed, highlighting the need for further evaluation and preparation for potential emergencies. While the dam's spillway is uncontrolled, the overall risk assessment indicates a need for continued monitoring and improvement to mitigate any potential risks.
With a captivating location and purpose for recreation enthusiasts, Brownley Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for the community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to stay informed about the dam's condition and the regulatory agencies involved in its oversight to ensure its continued safety and functionality for future generations to enjoy.
Dam Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
374cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
519cfs |
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.
Brownley Lake Dam