Woods Lake Number 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Erickson Lake Dam Ms04795 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Woods Lake Number 2 Dam, located in Macon, Mississippi, was completed in 1945 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Owned privately, this earthen dam with a buttress core design stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality.
The dam, situated on TR-Horse Hunters Creek, has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, it holds a moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it is monitored closely for any necessary risk management measures. The USDA NRCS was responsible for its design, and it falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Overall, Woods Lake Number 2 Dam serves as an important structure for water resource management and outdoor recreation in the region. Its historical significance and continued regulation highlight the importance of maintaining and monitoring such infrastructure to ensure the safety and well-being of surrounding communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HORSE HUNTERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Noxubee River At Macon
|
146cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
7340cfs |
Noxubee River Nr Geiger
|
188cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
5060cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
563cfs |
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.
Woods Lake Number 2 Dam