Bluff Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Bluff Lake Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure regulated by the state's Department of Environmental Quality.


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Summary

The dam, primarily used for recreation, is an earth-type construction with a buttress core, standing at a height of 12 feet and holding a storage capacity of 7000 acre-feet. Although the dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk associated with the structure.

Located in Noxubee County, the dam overlooks a surface area of 1200 acres, providing a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts and climate advocates alike. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it undergoes state inspections and enforcement measures, ensuring its safety and integrity. With a spillway type classified as uncontrolled, Bluff Lake Dam serves as a crucial element in managing water resources in the region.

As a key feature within the Vicksburg District, the dam contributes to the overall management of water flow and storage, playing a significant role in flood control and recreational activities. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam continues to provide valuable services to the community, emphasizing the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Dam Height

12

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1200

Nid Storage

7000

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

12
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.