Gunter Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stuart Lake Dam Paine Pond
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Gunter Lake Dam, located in Lafayette, Mississippi, was completed in 1963 and is owned privately.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 18 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes and is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type. The dam has a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a low hazard potential.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Gunter Lake Dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections. The dam is situated on TR- Graham Mill Creek and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite being rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, the dam has been deemed to have a moderate risk level (3) based on a risk assessment.
Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate Gunter Lake Dam for its role in providing recreational opportunities while also serving as a vital structure for managing water resources in the area. The dam's design by USDA NRCS ensures its stability and functionality, contributing to the overall water management efforts in Mississippi. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Gunter Lake Dam remains an important feature in the region's water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR- GRAHAM MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
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.
Gunter Lake Dam