Hide-A-Way Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Woods Lake Dam Summers Lake Dam
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
Hide-A-Way Lake Dam, located in Picayune, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
Completed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 4409 acre-feet and a drainage area of 12.15 square miles. The dam's spillway, of uncontrolled type, is 5 feet wide and has a maximum discharge capacity of 22636 cubic feet per second.
With a hazard potential rated as high, Hide-A-Way Lake Dam has been assessed as being in satisfactory condition as of January 2021. The dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and functionality. While the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate with a score of 3, there are no detailed risk management measures or summaries provided. Overall, Hide-A-Way Lake Dam presents an intriguing case for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and monitor due to its unique design, purpose, and regulatory oversight.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
1170 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
190.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
12.15 |
Nid Storage |
4409 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
|
117cfs |
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
547cfs |
Bogue Chitto River Near Bush
|
7520cfs |
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
|
15500cfs |
Wolf River Nr Landon
|
568cfs |
Biloxi River At Wortham
|
64cfs |
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.
Hide-A-Way Lake Dam