Eskridge Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04921 Lake Dam Bates Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Eskridge Lake Dam in Oktibbeha, Mississippi, is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet, sits on a small drainage area of 0.1 square miles. It is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type, featuring an uncontrolled spillway. Although the hazard potential of the dam is currently labeled as undetermined and its condition is not rated, it is regularly inspected and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Located within the Vicksburg District, Eskridge Lake Dam is managed by private owners and has not been modified since its completion. Despite its moderate risk assessment level of 3, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan prepared, and its emergency contacts and inundation maps are not up-to-date. The dam's risk management measures and overall risk characterization are not specified in the available data. Additionally, there is no information regarding the presence of outlet gates or associated structures, indicating a simple design focused on recreational use. Overall, Eskridge Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource for the local community and enthusiasts of water and climate management in the Mississippi region.
Dam Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
147cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2610cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
525cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
54cfs |
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.
Eskridge Lake Dam