Dooley Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Dooley Lake Dam, also known as Dover Lake, is a privately owned earth dam located in Neshoba County, Mississippi.
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Summary
Built in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 13 feet and is classified as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Dooley Lake Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced for safety and compliance. The dam is situated along the TR- Lonsilocher Canal and is under the jurisdiction of the state, with state permitting and inspection processes in place. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type and outlet gates are designed to manage water levels effectively, ensuring the safety of the surrounding area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the unique design and purpose of Dooley Lake Dam, which contributes to water conservation and recreational activities in the region. With its earth structure and buttress core type, the dam represents a harmonious blend of engineering and environmental conservation. As a low-risk structure with a moderate risk assessment, Dooley Lake Dam stands as a testament to responsible dam management and the importance of ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
TR- LONSILOCHER CANAL |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
401cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
202cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
277cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
532cfs |
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.
Dooley Lake Dam