Hobson Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hobson Lake Dam, located in Batesville, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
Completed in 1957, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a length of 400 feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, with a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 120 acre-feet.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with uncontrolled outlet gates and a low hazard potential. Despite being in moderate risk (3), its condition assessment is not rated, indicating a need for further evaluation. The dam is situated on Gray Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the Vicksburg District. With no associated structures and a lack of recent inspection data, there is a call for heightened vigilance and risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of Hobson Lake Dam for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
GRAY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
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.
Hobson Lake Dam