Bilbro Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mcdonald Ponds Dam Ms06864 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Bilbro Lake Dam, located in Carthage, Mississippi, was completed in 1955 and is primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Owned by a private entity and designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Despite its low hazard potential, Bilbro Lake Dam is subject to moderate risk assessment with a risk level of 3. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and is situated on the TR-Pellaphalia Creek. While the dam's condition assessment is not rated, it is inspected, permitted, and regulated by state authorities. The dam's location in Leake County adds to its appeal for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to explore and understand the impact of dams on local ecosystems and water management practices.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR- PELLAPHALIA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
103cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
468cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
137cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
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.
Bilbro Lake Dam