Dennery Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Dennery Lake Dam, located in Edwards, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1952 by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Situated on the UNT of Bogue Chitto Creek, the dam stands at a height of 22 feet with a hydraulic height of 19 feet, offering a serene surface area of 17.4 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. While the dam's primary purpose is recreation, it also serves as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment.

Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Dennery Lake Dam is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its efficient water management, with a maximum storage capacity of 455 acre-feet. Despite being classified as not rated in terms of condition assessment, Dennery Lake Dam continues to provide a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Hinds County, Mississippi.

Year Completed

1952

Dam Length

900

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

UNT OF BOGUE CHITTO CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

17.4

Hydraulic Height

19

Nid Storage

455

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

22
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.