Marlow Shoemake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06477 Lake Dam Ms06476 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Marlow Shoemake, located in Jones, Mississippi, is a privately owned recreational dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1978.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 19 feet and a length of 400 feet, serves the primary purpose of recreation along the TR-BOGUE HOMO river or stream. It is classified as an Earth dam with a Stone core and a Soil foundation, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Marlow Shoemake has a maximum storage capacity of 96 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 262 cubic feet per second. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. While the dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated", its risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level. Surrounding the dam is a scenic area perfect for outdoor activities, making it a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and enjoy the beauty of nature.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BOGUE HOMO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
374cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
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.
Marlow Shoemake