Roger Turners Lake Dam, located in Picayune, Mississippi, is a private earth dam constructed in 1955 by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes along the TR- Kennedy Creek.
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With a height of 12 feet and a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, this dam serves as a low hazard potential structure with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is state-regulated and inspected, ensuring its safety and compliance with environmental standards.
Despite its modest size and purpose, Roger Turners Lake Dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities for the local community and visitors. As a privately owned structure, it serves as a valuable resource for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. The dam's location within the Pearl River County offers a scenic and tranquil setting for individuals to enjoy nature and engage in water-based recreation.
While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, prompting the need for ongoing monitoring and management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality. As a part of the Vicksburg District, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of government agencies and private owners in managing water resources and promoting sustainable recreational opportunities in the region.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR- KENNEDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
456cfs |
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
|
4900cfs |
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
|
380cfs |
Bogue Chitto River Near Bush
|
2090cfs |
Wolf River Nr Landon
|
1010cfs |
Tchefuncta River Near Folsom
|
589cfs |