Crone Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Crone Lake Dam, located in Union, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 22 feet and a storage capacity of 289 acre-feet, this dam serves as a vital water resource in the region. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Crone Lake Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. While the dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined, a moderate risk level has been assigned to it. The dam has not been modified in recent years, and its emergency action plan status is unclear.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Crone Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam management and risk assessment. As a recreational facility with state oversight, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring critical infrastructure to prevent potential hazards and ensure the safety of surrounding communities. Further evaluation and updates to the dam's emergency preparedness and risk management measures could enhance its resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
289 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
68cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
36cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
218cfs |
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.
Crone Lake Dam