Haynes Lake Number 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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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Summary

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
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.