Clarke Watkins Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06491 Lake Dam Ms06492 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Clarke Watkins Lake Dam, located in Jones, Mississippi, is a private dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 23 feet and has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various outdoor activities.
Although the hazard potential of the dam is currently undetermined, a moderate risk assessment has been assigned to it. The dam's condition is not rated, highlighting the need for further assessment and potential maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety. While the dam has not been inspected recently, it is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, indicating a commitment to monitoring and managing its risks.
As a feature of the Vicksburg District, Clarke Watkins Lake Dam provides a valuable water resource for the local community and visitors to enjoy. With its uncontrolled spillway type and recreational focus, the dam offers a serene environment for outdoor enthusiasts to appreciate the intersection of water management and natural beauty in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
190cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
127cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
162cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
747cfs |
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.
Clarke Watkins Lake Dam