Swayze Lake Number 3 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Swayze Lake Number 3 Dam, located in Edwards, Mississippi, was completed in 1964 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 20 feet with a storage capacity of 165 acre-feet. It is primarily used for recreation purposes and is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core and soil foundation, making it a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by a private owner, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it has not undergone any modifications since its completion. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and there are no locks associated with the structure, maintaining its simplicity and efficiency in water management.
Despite its basic design and limited storage capacity, Swayze Lake Number 3 Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and recreational development in the area. With its picturesque location along the TR-Dry Creek and the support of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam continues to provide a valuable resource for the community while posing minimal risk to surrounding areas.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR- DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
165 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
424cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
81cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
142cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
484cfs |
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.
Swayze Lake Number 3 Dam