Jones County Lake Dam, located in Lanham, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS.
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The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 280 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-BOGUE HOMO stream, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement measures.
Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the condition of Jones County Lake Dam is currently not rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks or structures. While its emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not specified, the dam remains a key feature in the water resource infrastructure of Jones County, Mississippi. Water and climate enthusiasts may find interest in the unique design and purpose of this earth dam, contributing to the local landscape and providing recreational opportunities for the community.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BOGUE HOMO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
280 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1920cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
349cfs |
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
967cfs |