E Johnson Lake Dam, located in Good Hope, Mississippi, is a private-owned earth dam constructed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS.
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The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, specifically for creating E Johnson Lake. With a height of 14 feet and a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet, the dam regulates the flow of TR- Kenlawha Creek, a tributary to the nearby river system.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently assessed as not rated for its condition. While it lacks controlled spillways and outlet gates, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. The surrounding area, including the Neshoba County, benefits from the recreational opportunities offered by E Johnson Lake, making it a valuable resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates in the region.
Although the dam does not have a detailed emergency action plan (EAP) or updated inundation maps, it meets regulatory requirements for state inspection and enforcement. With its natural resources conservation design and contribution to local recreation, E Johnson Lake Dam stands as a vital infrastructure in the area with potential for further risk management measures to enhance its safety and sustainability for the future.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR- KENLAWHA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
137cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
468cfs |