Kitchings Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05694 Lake Dam Utley Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Kitchings Lake Dam in Union, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure that serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
This earth dam, featuring a buttress core type, stands at a height of 22 feet and has a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet. While the dam's primary purpose is for recreation, it is also regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards.
Located in the Vicksburg District, Kitchings Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. Despite lacking certain information such as the completion year and last inspection date, the dam poses a moderate risk level of 3 on a scale of 1 to 5. With an uncontrolled spillway type and no associated locks, the dam provides a serene environment for outdoor activities while maintaining a moderate level of risk that requires ongoing monitoring and management measures. Whether you're interested in exploring the beauty of the dam or studying its risk profile, Kitchings Lake Dam offers a blend of recreational enjoyment and environmental responsibility for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Dam Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
180cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
43cfs |
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.
Kitchings Lake Dam