Campus Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Campus Lake Dam, also known as Ellisville State School Dam, is a recreational dam located in Jones County, Mississippi, with a primary purpose of providing recreational activities for the local community.
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Summary
Built in 1920 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 20 feet high and spans 400 feet in length. The dam holds a normal storage capacity of 72 acre-feet and has a maximum discharge rate of 452 cubic feet per second.
The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality. While the hazard potential of the dam is currently listed as undetermined, its risk assessment is classified as very high, indicating the importance of proper risk management measures. The dam features an uncontrolled outlet gate and a controlled spillway, further highlighting its importance in managing water resources in the area.
Overall, Campus Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the community, while also playing a key role in water management and flood control in the region. As climate change impacts become more prevalent, dams like Campus Lake Dam will continue to be crucial in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1920 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF LITTLE ROCKY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
374cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
541cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
438cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
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.
Campus Lake Dam