Tip Ray Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Tip Ray Lake Dam, located in Madison, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 15 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet. The dam's spillway is of the uncontrolled type, and it has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite being a relatively small dam, Tip Ray Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region. The dam's presence ensures a steady water supply for recreational activities while also mitigating potential flood risks. Even though the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, regular inspections and enforcement measures are in place to maintain its structural integrity and safety standards.
With its strategic location and functionality, Tip Ray Lake Dam exemplifies the importance of small-scale water infrastructure in enhancing community resilience to climate change impacts. As enthusiasts in water resources and climate, understanding the role and management of dams like Tip Ray Lake Dam can provide valuable insights into sustainable water resource management practices and the broader implications for climate adaptation efforts in the region.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
86cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
624cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
514cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
270cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
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.
Tip Ray Lake Dam