Melon Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mashburns Pond Dam Ms05655 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Melon Lake Dam in Hinds, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This Earth core buttress dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet. While the dam is considered to have a low hazard potential, it is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections to ensure safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, Melon Lake Dam poses a moderate risk, according to the data available. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is not rated for its current condition. Emergency action plans have not been prepared or updated for this structure, indicating room for improvement in emergency preparedness. The risk management measures, DSAC assignment date, and risk characterization summary are currently unavailable, suggesting a potential need for further assessment and monitoring to mitigate any potential risks associated with the dam.
With its picturesque location and purpose for recreation, Melon Lake Dam represents a valuable asset in the region. However, as with any infrastructure, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are crucial to ensure the safety and well-being of the surrounding community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to stay informed about the state of Melon Lake Dam and advocate for proactive measures to enhance its resilience and mitigate any potential risks in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
609cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
738cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
514cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
317000cfs |
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.
Melon Lake Dam