Plantation Shores Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 10, 2025

Plantation Shores Lake Dam in Mississippi, completed in 1955, stands as a vital structure for recreational purposes in the area.


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Summary

Managed by a private owner, the dam spans 600 feet in length and reaches a height of 20.5 feet, with a hydraulic height of 22 feet. The dam holds a storage capacity of 448 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding community.

Located within the Florence City limits and overlooking the UNT of Steen Creek, Plantation Shores Lake Dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. Its condition assessment is deemed satisfactory, with a high hazard potential due to its structural design. Emergency action plans are in place, with regular inspections conducted to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

With a moderate risk rating, Plantation Shores Lake Dam serves as a crucial element in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Rankin County, Mississippi. As a buttress-type earth dam, it not only offers recreational opportunities but also plays a key role in water storage and flood control measures for the region. Its presence highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring vital infrastructure to safeguard communities and the environment against potential risks and hazards.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

20.5

River Or Stream

UNT OF STEEN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

29

Hydraulic Height

22

Drainage Area

0.56

Nid Storage

448

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.