Jeffries Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Jeffries Lake Dam, located in Love, Mississippi, was completed in 1957 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Owned privately, the dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 144 acre-feet. It is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core and is constructed on soil foundation along the TR- Pigeon Roost Creek.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state agencies. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and management measures. The dam's emergency action plan readiness and compliance with guidelines are not reported, highlighting areas for potential improvement in emergency preparedness.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Jeffries Lake Dam presents an interesting case study in private ownership and state regulation of recreational dams. With its location in Marshall County, Mississippi, and under the jurisdiction of the Vicksburg District, the dam's design by USDA NRCS and operational aspects provide valuable insights into the management of Earth dams in the region. Further exploration of its risk assessment and emergency preparedness could offer valuable lessons for sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR- PIGEON ROOST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
144 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
88cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
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.
Jeffries Lake Dam