Harris Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06197 Lake Dam Shephard Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Harris Lake Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and its hazard potential is currently classified as undetermined with a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Harris Lake Dam is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not specified in the available data. Located in the Jasper County of Mississippi, this water resource provides an important recreational area while also serving as a critical element for flood control and water storage in the region.
Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate will find Harris Lake Dam an intriguing structure to explore. With its unique design features and the potential risks associated with it, this dam presents an opportunity for further study and understanding of water management practices in the state of Mississippi. Its role in providing recreational opportunities while also addressing flood control needs highlights the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Dam Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Harris Lake Dam