Jones Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Jones Lake Dam in Neshoba, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 12 feet, serves primarily for recreation purposes, providing a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is classified as having a moderate risk level, with an undetermined hazard potential and no current condition rating.
Located in the Mobile District, Jones Lake Dam offers opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy water-based activities in a picturesque setting. While the dam's specific completion year is not provided, its presence adds to the beauty and recreational value of the area. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam's condition assessment is listed as "not rated," indicating a need for further evaluation and monitoring to ensure its safety and longevity.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Jones Lake Dam represents a unique intersection of human engineering and natural beauty in Mississippi. As a privately-owned structure regulated by state authorities, the dam underscores the importance of proper management and maintenance to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems. With its potential for recreational use and environmental impact, Jones Lake Dam serves as a focal point for ongoing discussions on water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Dam Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
202cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
401cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
277cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
301cfs |
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.
Jones Lake Dam