Paul H Barrett Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Pearl River, Mississippi, the Paul H Barrett Lake Dam is a privately owned structure primarily designed for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This Earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 13 feet and has a storage capacity of 240 acre-feet. While the dam's hazard potential is categorized as low, its risk assessment falls under the moderate category.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is state-regulated and subject to inspection and enforcement measures. The spillway type is uncontrolled, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance and oversight to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. Despite being not rated for condition assessment, the dam's risk management measures must be monitored closely to mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Paul H Barrett Lake Dam offers an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational dam within the Mississippi landscape.
Dam Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
240 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
641cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
235cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
Leaf River Nr New Augusta
|
1590cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
438cfs |
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.
Paul H Barrett Lake Dam