Cooks Lake Number 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Cooks Lake Number 2 Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Standing at a height of 22 feet, the earth dam with a buttress core type has a storage capacity of 495 acre-feet and a low hazard potential.
Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its risk assessment is deemed moderate. Despite the lack of specific details on the dam's completion year, inspection frequency, and emergency action plan status, Cooks Lake Number 2 Dam remains a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure. With a tranquil location and moderate risk level, this dam provides an important opportunity for outdoor recreation while contributing to the overall water management efforts in the area.
Dam Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
495 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
1010cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
322cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
437cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
91cfs |
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.
Cooks Lake Number 2 Dam
Ross Barnett Reservoir Nr Jackson