Rice Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05414 Lake Dam Wilson Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Rice Lake Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam with buttress core types stands at a height of 16 feet, providing a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as not assessed for condition.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Rice Lake Dam is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and does not have locks or associated structures. Although the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with a score of 3, there are no specific risk management measures outlined at this time.
Overall, Rice Lake Dam serves as a valuable resource for recreational activities in the area, while also maintaining a moderate level of risk that is being monitored and managed by state authorities. Its location and design make it an important feature in the water resource and climate conservation efforts in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
1180cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
631cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
611cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
325000cfs |
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.
Rice Lake Dam