Goodard Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Goodard Lake Dam, located in Prentiss, Mississippi, stands as a testament to the careful engineering and design work of the USDA NRCS, completed in 1971.
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Summary
This private dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a tranquil spot for water enthusiasts to enjoy the beauty of TR- MARTIN CREEK. With a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet, the dam provides a serene haven for outdoor activities.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Goodard Lake Dam is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its undetermined hazard potential, but with a moderate risk assessment level of 3, appropriate risk management measures are in place to maintain the dam's integrity. As a key feature in the region's water resource infrastructure, the dam plays a vital role in preserving the beauty and functionality of the surrounding ecosystem.
With its picturesque location and significant contribution to recreational opportunities in the area, Goodard Lake Dam stands as a symbol of effective dam engineering and management. As climate and water resource enthusiasts explore the diverse landscape of Mississippi, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water management practices and the careful balance between human enjoyment and environmental preservation.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR- MARTIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Red Bud Creek Nr Moores Mill
|
12cfs |
Bear Creek At Bishop
|
4330cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
43cfs |
Bear Creek Near Red Bay
|
454cfs |
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.
Goodard Lake Dam