Bourne Mcgehee Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 27, 2025
Bourne Mcgehee Lake Dam in Mississippi, constructed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, serves as a recreational spot on Nine Mile Creek.
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Summary
This Earth dam with a height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet is primarily used for recreation purposes. The dam is owned privately and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring state inspection, permitting, and enforcement are in place.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment, the condition of Bourne Mcgehee Lake Dam is currently not rated. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with no associated locks for navigation. While no recent inspection date or maintenance records are available, the Mississippi location offers a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore, with Bennie G. Thompson (D) representing the area in the US Congress.
As a destination for outdoor activities, Bourne Mcgehee Lake Dam provides a glimpse into the intersection of water resource management and recreational enjoyment. With its unique design and historical significance, this dam on Nine Mile Creek invites visitors to appreciate the beauty of nature while highlighting the importance of sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
NINE MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Bourne Mcgehee Lake Dam