Ishee Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ishee Lake Dam, located in Laurel, Mississippi, was completed in 1970 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Owned by a private entity, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected and enforced by state agencies. The dam is an earth structure with a buttress core type, standing at a height of 10 feet and providing a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet.
The dam, designed by the USDA NRCS, impounds the waters of TR-NUAKFUPPA Creek and features an uncontrolled spillway. While the hazard potential of the dam is currently classified as undetermined and its condition is not rated, it is considered to have a moderate risk level. With its location in a picturesque setting and its important role in providing recreational opportunities, Ishee Lake Dam is a significant water resource for the community and a subject of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR- NUAKFUPPA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
546cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
349cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
301cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
89cfs |
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.
Ishee Lake Dam