Hester Lake Ms02463 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hester Lake Ms02463 Dam, located in Neshoba, Mississippi, serves as a crucial recreational resource along the TR-Tallashua Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet. While primarily designed for recreation, the dam is also regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, there is a need for proper risk management measures to be implemented. The dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its long-term stability and safety. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the status and management of dams like Hester Lake Ms02463 Dam is crucial in safeguarding our environment and communities from potential risks and hazards.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TALLASHUA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
175 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
301cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
202cfs |
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
16cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
401cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
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.
Hester Lake Ms02463 Dam