Lake Bogue Homa Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lake Bogue Homa Dam in Jones, Mississippi, is a state-owned structure designed by Dungan Engineering, serving primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Situated on Bogue Homa Creek, the earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet, with a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 23 feet. The dam boasts a storage capacity of 12,000 acre-feet, offering a surface area of 1,000 acres for visitors to enjoy various water activities.
This low-hazard dam with a satisfactory condition assessment is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring state inspections, permitting, and enforcement are in place for its safe operation. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Lake Bogue Homa Dam poses a moderate risk level of 3, with a drainage area of 120.68 square miles and a maximum discharge rate of 22,800 cubic feet per second. With its scenic location and ample recreational opportunities, the dam continues to attract water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to explore the beauty of Mississippi's waterways.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Bogue Homa Dam serves as a picturesque destination in the Vicksburg District, offering a serene retreat for outdoor activities amidst nature's beauty. As a vital part of the local ecosystem, the dam provides not only recreational opportunities but also contributes to the conservation and management of water resources in the region. With its low-hazard potential and satisfactory condition, this earth dam stands as a testament to responsible water infrastructure development and management in Mississippi, ensuring a sustainable environment for future generations to enjoy.
Dam Length |
2361 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
BOGUE HOMA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1000 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
120.68 |
Nid Storage |
12000 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
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17cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
374cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
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.
Lake Bogue Homa Dam