Beaver Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hudson Dam Fox Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Beaver Lake Dam, located in Lamar, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
Completed in 1968, this earth dam on Beaver Creek serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 108 acres and a normal storage capacity of 783 acre-feet. With a height of 24 feet and a length of 1150 feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing the area's water resources.
Despite its important function, Beaver Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential and has been assessed as unsatisfactory in condition. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 8 feet, and it has an uncontrolled outlet gate. The last inspection conducted in April 2016 highlighted the need for further maintenance and risk management measures. Given its location and the surrounding drainage area of 7.3 square miles, it is crucial to ensure the safety and stability of Beaver Lake Dam for both recreational and environmental reasons.
As a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, Beaver Lake Dam stands as a reminder of the delicate balance between human recreation and environmental safety. With its picturesque setting and significant storage capacity, the dam serves as a vital resource for the local community. However, ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and risk assessment are essential to address the dam's high hazard potential and ensure its long-term sustainability in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1150 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
108 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
7.3 |
Nid Storage |
1494 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
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641cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
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1360cfs |
Leaf River Nr New Augusta
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1590cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
438cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
235cfs |
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.
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Paul B Johnson State Park
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Little Black Creek Waterpark
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Lake Walker Military - Camp Shelby
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Beaver Lake Dam