Curtis Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Curtis Lake Dam is a privately owned structure located in Benton, Mississippi, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and stands at a height of 15 feet, providing a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
While Curtis Lake Dam has a low hazard potential according to assessments, it has not been rated for its condition. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and is situated in a moderate risk area. Despite lacking certain information such as the year of completion and last inspection date, the dam serves as a vital resource for recreational activities in the area. With its proximity to the Memphis District and oversight by state regulatory agencies, Curtis Lake Dam remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management of dams for both safety and recreation purposes.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
30cfs |
Wolf River At Germantown
|
542cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
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.
Curtis Lake Dam