Bagwell Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bagwell Lake Dam, located in Union, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 15 feet, has a maximum storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the Bagwell Lake Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it meets the required emergency action plan guidelines. The risk management measures for the dam are not specified, but its risk assessment level is considered moderate.
Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate will find Bagwell Lake Dam an intriguing structure to study, given its location in a serene natural setting and its importance for recreational activities in the area. With its unique design and moderate risk level, the dam presents an opportunity for further research and understanding of how it contributes to the local ecosystem and water management efforts in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
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.
Bagwell Lake Dam