Calame Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms No. Name 199 Smith Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Calame Lake in Mississippi is a privately owned reservoir designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Big Spring Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1955, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet. With a maximum discharge of 90 cubic feet per second and an uncontrolled spillway, the dam serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
Located in Marshall County, Calame Lake covers a surface area of 77 acres and is surrounded by picturesque landscapes. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam is not currently rated for its condition. The dam's structure, made of stone core and soil foundation, has not undergone recent inspection or maintenance, indicating a need for further evaluation to ensure its safety and functionality in the face of changing climate patterns.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Calame Lake offers a unique example of a privately owned reservoir designed for flood risk reduction in Mississippi. With its historical significance dating back to 1955, this earth dam provides a valuable insight into water management strategies in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Calame Lake will be crucial to ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water infrastructure for future generations.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BIG SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
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.
Calame Lake