Legions Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Legions Lake Dam in Mississippi is a privately-owned structure regulated by the state's Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth and buttress dam stands at a height of 18 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. While the dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential, it is considered to have a moderate risk level, emphasizing the importance of ongoing risk management measures.
Located in Jefferson Davis County, the dam's uncontrolled spillway and lack of outlet gates highlight its design and operational features. The surrounding area boasts a scenic landscape, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor recreation opportunities. Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, prompting a need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Legions Lake Dam serves as a vital component of water resource management in the region, showcasing the intersection of human-made infrastructure and natural landscapes. With its unique characteristics and purpose, this dam provides a valuable recreational resource while also requiring careful oversight and risk mitigation strategies to safeguard against potential hazards and maintain its functionality for future generations of enthusiasts and visitors.
Dam Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
1640cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1230cfs |
Pearl River Nr Columbia
|
3400cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
286cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
354cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
349cfs |
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.
Legions Lake Dam