Cuave Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cuave Lake Dam, located in Stone, Mississippi, was completed in 1965 and is owned and regulated by a private entity.
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Summary
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, serves primarily for recreational purposes and stands at a height of 12 feet. The dam is of earth construction with a buttress core type and is situated on the Spring Branch -OS river or stream.
With a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet, Cuave Lake Dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no locks associated. Although the dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," it is subject to inspection, enforcement, and permitting by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Cuave Lake Dam an intriguing structure to explore, given its unique design and purpose. As a recreational feature in the area, the dam provides opportunities for outdoor activities while also contributing to the local ecosystem and water management efforts. With its location in a picturesque setting, Cuave Lake Dam offers a blend of engineering ingenuity and natural beauty for visitors to appreciate and study.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING BRANCH -OS |
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
Biloxi River At Wortham
|
743cfs |
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
641cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
235cfs |
Wolf River Nr Landon
|
1300cfs |
Red Creek At Vestry
|
505cfs |
Pascagoula River At Merrill
|
2860cfs |
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.
Cuave Lake Dam