Clifton Mcleod Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Duncan Park Pond Dam Riley Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Clifton Mcleod Lake, located in Adams, Mississippi, is a privately-owned recreational reservoir built in 1979 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
The lake, situated on the McLeod Creek, serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities like fishing and boating. With a dam height of 20 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 25 acre-feet, the lake offers a tranquil escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Despite being privately owned, Clifton Mcleod Lake has a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, indicating a relatively safe environment for visitors. The dam is primarily used for recreation purposes and is classified as an earth dam with buttress core types. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 40 feet, allowing for controlled water release in case of overflow. The lake's condition assessment is currently not rated, but the overall risk management measures are deemed satisfactory.
Although Clifton Mcleod Lake does not fall under the jurisdiction of any state regulatory agency, it continues to provide a valuable recreational space for the local community. The lake's peaceful surroundings, combined with its functional design and low hazard potential, make it an attractive destination for nature enthusiasts seeking a serene escape in the heart of Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
312 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
MCLEOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Clifton Mcleod Lake