S S Divine Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

S S Divine Lake Dam, located in Madison, Mississippi, is a private earth dam constructed in 1960 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam, standing at a height of 16 feet, holds a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. It spans the TR- DRY CREEK river and is designed by the USDA NRCS, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3.

Owned by a private entity, S S Divine Lake Dam is an essential structure for water resource management in the region. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam serves as a recreational spot for enthusiasts and visitors. The surrounding area offers picturesque views and opportunities for outdoor activities, making it a popular destination for water and climate enthusiasts seeking a serene natural setting to explore.

With the dam's unique design of a buttress core type and soil foundation, combined with its location within the Vicksburg District, the S S Divine Lake Dam stands as a testament to human engineering and environmental stewardship. Its presence not only provides recreational benefits but also contributes to the overall management of water resources in the area, showcasing the importance of sustainable infrastructure for climate resilience and environmental conservation.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

TR- DRY 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

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.