International Paper Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mansell Lake Dam Joe Cauthen Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
International Paper Lake Dam in Madison, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam, primarily used for recreational purposes, is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type and a height of 12 feet, providing a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is subject to state inspection, enforcement, and permitting processes to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Located in the Mobile District, the International Paper Lake Dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and is not rated for its condition assessment. While the dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a DSAC assigned date yet to be determined, it serves as a vital recreational resource in the region. With no associated structures or outlet gates, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness remain unspecified, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
Dam Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
96cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
532cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
277cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
54cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
190cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
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.
International Paper Lake Dam