Overstreet Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Overstreet Lake Dam, located in Wayne County, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1956.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment of 3, indicating a moderate level of risk associated with the structure.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Overstreet Lake Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it is subject to regular inspections and monitoring to maintain its integrity and safety for both recreational and environmental purposes.
Situated on Thompson Creek, Overstreet Lake Dam provides a valuable water resource for the local community, offering opportunities for recreation and wildlife habitat. With its picturesque location in Strenghtford, this dam serves as an important asset for water management and climate enthusiasts interested in the sustainable use of water resources in Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR- THOMPSON CREEK -OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
374cfs |
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.
Overstreet Lake Dam