Tom Virden Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05860 Lake Dam Lake Stella
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Tom Virden Lake Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure regulated by the state's Department of Environmental Quality.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. While its primary purpose is for recreation, the dam is also equipped with an uncontrolled spillway to manage water flow during high levels.
Despite being classified as having low hazard potential and a moderate risk rating, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." The last inspection date and other important details are not specified in the available data. With its location in Madison County, Mississippi, water resource and climate enthusiasts may find interest in monitoring the maintenance and management of Tom Virden Lake Dam to ensure its continued safety and functionality for recreational activities in the area.
Dam Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
379cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
351cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
484cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
67cfs |
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.
Tom Virden Lake Dam