Pine Burr Ranch Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Pine Burr Ranch Lake Dam in Mississippi, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1963, serves as a vital structure for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This private dam, standing at a height of 20 feet, has a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet and is primarily used for recreational activities. Located in Jones County, Mississippi, near the TR-DRY CREEK, this earth dam with a buttress core is regulated by the MS Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its safety and compliance with state standards.
Despite its moderate risk assessment level, which indicates potential hazards, the condition of Pine Burr Ranch Lake Dam is currently not rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with an undetermined hazard potential. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are uncertain, its location in a recreational area underscores the importance of maintaining its structural integrity and safety protocols. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the significance of Pine Burr Ranch Lake Dam as a key component in managing water resources and ensuring public safety in the surrounding area.
With its picturesque setting and role in providing recreational opportunities, Pine Burr Ranch Lake Dam stands as a testament to the harmonious blend of human engineering with natural landscapes. As a privately owned structure, its upkeep and compliance with state regulations are crucial for maintaining its functionality and safeguarding against potential risks. For those interested in water resource management and climate resilience, Pine Burr Ranch Lake Dam offers a fascinating case study in balancing the benefits of water storage and recreational use with the need for safety and environmental stewardship.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR- DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
541cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
438cfs |
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.
Pine Burr Ranch Lake Dam