J L Teel Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04880 Lake Dam Ms04883 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
J L Teel Dam, located in Lowndes, Mississippi, was completed in 1985 and stands at a height of 11 feet with a length of 950 feet.
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Summary
The primary purpose of this earth dam, with a buttress core type, is for recreation, providing a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet. Situated in the Mobile District, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring state inspection, enforcement, and permitting compliance.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk rating, J L Teel Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region. The uncontrolled spillway type and maximum discharge capacity of 300 cubic feet per second further highlight its importance in managing water flow and ensuring safety during extreme weather events. Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its strategic location and design make it a key asset for recreational activities and water resource management in the area.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
950 |
Dam Height |
11 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2610cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
525cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
147cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
1550cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
121cfs |
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.
J L Teel Dam