Dickey Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dickey Lake Dam in Batesville, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and serves a primary purpose of recreation, providing a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Tippah River, the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
Owned and operated by a private entity, Dickey Lake Dam is crucial for recreational activities in the area while also contributing to water resource management. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam plays a role in the conservation of the surrounding environment and supports the local ecosystem. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition remains unrated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness.
Located in Benton County, Mississippi, Dickey Lake Dam not only provides valuable recreational opportunities but also underscores the importance of sustainable water management in the region. As a key feature on the TR-Tippah River, this dam represents a collaborative effort between private ownership and state regulatory agencies to balance water resource utilization with environmental conservation. Moving forward, continued inspections and risk assessments will be essential to safeguarding the dam's integrity and maximizing its benefits for the community and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TIPPAH RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
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.
Dickey Lake Dam