Haynes Lake Number 2 Dam, located in Ramsey Springs, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Completed in 1968, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, providing a serene environment for water enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing and boating on the TR- Bridge Creek.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the condition of Haynes Lake Number 2 Dam is currently labeled as "Not Rated." With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam has not been subject to recent inspections or assessments. However, it remains under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam an intriguing structure, blending nature with human intervention for recreational purposes while highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and regulation for sustainable water management.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BRIDGE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
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235cfs |
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
641cfs |
Red Creek At Vestry
|
505cfs |
Pascagoula River At Merrill
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2860cfs |
Biloxi River At Wortham
|
743cfs |
Leaf River Nr Mclain
|
1460cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Flint Creek Waterpark
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Fairley Bridge Landing
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Cypress Creek Landing
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Janice Rec.Area
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Moodys Landing
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Moody's Landing - USFS
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