Travis Hughes Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Travis Hughes Lake Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 20 feet, providing a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality to ensure its safety and compliance with state guidelines.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, Travis Hughes Lake Dam is subject to moderate risk according to the data available. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not been rated for its condition assessment. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to stay informed about its risk management measures and emergency action plan preparedness.
Located in Webster County, Mississippi, Travis Hughes Lake Dam offers a recreational space for locals and visitors to enjoy. With its strategic positioning and the necessary regulatory oversight in place, the dam serves as a valuable asset for the community while also highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
160 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
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.
Travis Hughes Lake Dam