Claude Gilheart Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms03937 Lake Dam Ms03936 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Claude Gilheart Lake Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure regulated by the state's Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet, primarily used for recreational purposes. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level due to its condition assessment being unrated and lacking updated emergency action plans.
Located in Pearl River County, Claude Gilheart Lake Dam is part of the Mobile District and is not owned or funded by any federal agency. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and absence of outlet gates suggest a simpler design focused on recreational activities rather than flood control. While currently in a satisfactory condition, the dam's risk level highlights the importance of continuous monitoring and management to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
Dam Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
641cfs |
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
663cfs |
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
|
317cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
235cfs |
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
|
3740cfs |
Biloxi River At Wortham
|
743cfs |
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.
Claude Gilheart Lake Dam