Twin Lakes Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Twin Lakes Dam, located in Madison, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1940, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a hydraulic height of 26 feet. With a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet, it serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities and water sports in the region.

Despite its recreational benefits, Twin Lakes Dam poses a high hazard potential with an unsatisfactory condition assessment. Inspections are conducted every 5 years, with the last assessment dated back to September 2019. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and its risk assessment categorizes it as moderate. Additionally, it falls under the jurisdiction of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is regulated by state authorities.

While Twin Lakes Dam provides a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts, its maintenance and risk management measures are crucial to ensure the safety of the surrounding community. With its strategic location along the UNT of Tilda Bogue, this dam serves as a vital resource for water management and recreation in the area. Ongoing efforts towards regular inspections, hazard mitigation, and compliance with regulatory standards are essential to sustain the functionality and safety of Twin Lakes Dam for future generations.

Year Completed

1940

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

UNT OF TILDA BOGUE

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

0.01

Nid Storage

150

Structural Height

28

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

28
       
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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.