James Jones Lake dam
James Jones Lake
James Jones Lake, located in Panola, Mississippi, is a private reservoir constructed in 1972 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction purposes. The earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet, with a hydraulic height of 23 feet, and a length of 500 feet. The reservoir has a maximum storage capacity of 41 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.4 acres, serving as a vital water resource in the area.
The dam on James Jones Lake is classified as low hazard potential and is uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 20 feet. The reservoir's drainage area is 0.21 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 276 cubic feet per second. Despite being privately owned, the reservoir plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and supports the surrounding ecosystem by providing water for various uses.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the significance of James Jones Lake in managing water levels and preventing flooding in the Panola area. With its moderate risk assessment rating and stone core structure, the reservoir stands as a testament to effective water management practices. As a tributary of Long Creek, the lake contributes to the overall water system in Mississippi, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around James Jones Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville | 13 cfs | → |
| Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley | 25 cfs | → |
| Yocona River Nr Oxford | 115 cfs | → |
| Yalobusha River At Grenada | 121 cfs | → |
| Skuna River At Bruce | 71 cfs | → |
| Batupan Bogue At Grenada | 88 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near James Jones Lake.
Boat launches
- County Road 553 Yalobusha County
- County Road 189 Yalobusha County
- Engineers Point Boat Ramp
- County Road 170 Yalobusha County
- Quail Run Trail Yalobusha County
- Persimmon Hill Multi-Purpose Trail Yalobusha County
Track James Jones Lake in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About James Jones Lake
Where does the data for James Jones Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of James Jones Lake.