Browns Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Browns Lake Dam, located in Perkinston, Mississippi, was completed in 1968 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, is an earth structure with a height of 12 feet and a storage capacity of 126 acre-feet. It is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. While its condition is currently not rated, the risk assessment for Browns Lake Dam is moderate. The dam is under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections, with enforcement and permitting also carried out by the state regulatory agency. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam serves as an important recreational site in the area, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and water sports for enthusiasts and visitors alike.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR- KIRBY CREEK -OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
126 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
641cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
235cfs |
Biloxi River At Wortham
|
743cfs |
Wolf River Nr Landon
|
1300cfs |
Red Creek At Vestry
|
505cfs |
Leaf River Nr New Augusta
|
1590cfs |
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.
Browns Lake Dam