Camp Pioneer Lake Dam, located in Rankin, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Built for recreation purposes, this earth dam stands at 13 feet high and spans 600 feet in length, holding a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the Richland Creek tributary, features an uncontrolled spillway and poses a moderate risk level according to the Dam Safety Action Classification.
Despite its undetermined hazard potential and lack of recent condition assessment, Camp Pioneer Lake Dam remains an integral part of the local water resource management system. With state-regulated permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place, the dam continues to provide essential recreational opportunities while maintaining a functional role within the surrounding ecosystem. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a fascinating example of human interaction with natural landscapes and the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF RICHLAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.08 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
13 |
Pearl River At Jackson
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362cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
108cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
392cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
775cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lefleur's Bluff State Park
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Lefleurs Bluff State Park
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Timberlake - Ross Barnett Reservoir
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