Wren Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Wren Lake Dam in Mississippi, owned privately and regulated by the state's Department of Environmental Quality, stands as a crucial structure along the Coldwater River.
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Summary
Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves primarily for recreation purposes, offering a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet of water. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk.
With a height of 20 feet and an uncontrolled spillway, Wren Lake Dam provides a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but its design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlight the importance of proper maintenance and inspection. As it sits within the Vicksburg District and under the jurisdiction of the state, the dam's role in managing water resources and supporting recreational activities underscores its significance in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
COLDWATER RIVER -OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Wren Lake Dam