Crawley Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Loflin Lake Dam Bishops Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Crawley Lake Dam, located in Florence, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and spans a length of 710 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 152 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Unt of Hominy Creek, within the jurisdiction of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Despite its fair condition assessment as of June 2020, Crawley Lake Dam has been designated as having a high hazard potential, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam's spillway type is listed as uncontrolled, indicating potential risks during periods of high water flow. While the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, it is essential for authorities to continue monitoring and implementing risk management measures to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the integrity of the structure.
With its scenic location and recreational purpose, Crawley Lake Dam serves as both a valuable resource and potential risk to the area. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, understanding the complexities of this dam's design, operation, and regulation can provide insights into the broader challenges and opportunities in managing water infrastructure in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
710 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF HOMINY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.35 |
Nid Storage |
152 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River At Jackson
|
359cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
123cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1090cfs |
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
1450cfs |
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.
Crawley Lake Dam