Murdock Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: White Lake Dam Collins Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Murdock Lake Dam, located in Batesville, Mississippi, was completed in 1957 and is owned by a private entity.
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Summary
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, serves primarily for recreational purposes and stands at a height of 27 feet. It holds a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and is situated along TR- BIG SPRINGS CREEK in Marshall County.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Murdock Lake Dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, with state oversight for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam, with an earth core and buttress construction, features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it poses a moderate risk level as per the risk assessment.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Murdock Lake Dam an interesting site to study due to its historical significance, design features, and potential for recreational activities. As a key structure in the locality, its management and maintenance are crucial for ensuring safety and sustainable water resource utilization in the region. Further research and monitoring of Murdock Lake Dam could provide valuable insights into dam engineering, risk assessment, and environmental conservation efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BIG SPRINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
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.
Murdock Lake Dam