Pickett Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05796 Lake Dam Craig Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Pickett Lake Dam, located in Union, Mississippi, serves as a vital recreational resource for water and climate enthusiasts in the area.
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Summary
Owned privately, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring state oversight in permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam stands at a height of 15 feet and offers a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and water-based adventures.
Constructed as an earth dam with buttress core types, Pickett Lake Dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is categorized with a low hazard potential. Despite being not rated in its condition assessment, the dam presents a moderate risk level and is under state jurisdiction for ongoing risk management measures. While details on the dam's completion year and inspection dates are not currently available, its presence contributes to the overall water infrastructure in the region, supporting both ecological and recreational needs for the community.
With its scenic location and moderate risk profile, Pickett Lake Dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management in Mississippi. As enthusiasts and conservationists continue to appreciate the benefits of this recreational structure, ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts will be essential to ensure its long-term safety and functionality. As a focal point for outdoor activities and nature exploration, Pickett Lake Dam embodies the intersection of water resources and climate resilience, making it a valuable asset in the local landscape.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
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.
Pickett Lake Dam