Sportsman Club Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Sportsman Club Lake Dam, located in Lamar, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1953, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 264 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Tick Creek, is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance.
While the dam has a low hazard potential, it is categorized as having a moderate risk level. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam's condition is currently not rated, but regular inspections are conducted to assess its safety. Despite its age, Sportsman Club Lake Dam remains a vital structure for the local community, providing recreational opportunities and contributing to the conservation and management of water resources in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a fascinating example of how infrastructure can both benefit communities and impact the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TICK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
264 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
481cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
354cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1920cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
349cfs |
Pearl River Nr Columbia
|
3400cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
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.
Sportsman Club Lake Dam