Lusious Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Big Lake Dam Ms05173 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lusious Lake Dam, located in Calhoun, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam's primary purpose is recreation, providing a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. It stands at a height of 15 feet and is classified as an earth-type dam with a buttress core.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated. The risk assessment for Lusious Lake Dam is moderate (3), indicating a certain level of risk associated with its operations. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, emergency action plans and inundation maps are yet to be prepared, suggesting potential gaps in emergency preparedness.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Lusious Lake Dam an interesting subject for further exploration, given its unique characteristics and the moderate risk associated with its operations. Further research and monitoring may be necessary to ensure the continued safety and sustainability of this recreational water resource.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
98cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
2960cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
68cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
218cfs |
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.
Lusious Lake Dam