J M Savory Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
J M Savory Lake Dam in Mooreville, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1960 by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Situated on the TR-BOGUEFALA CREEK, the dam has a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is currently not rated for its condition and lacks a formal Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam poses minimal risk to downstream areas. The surrounding Lee County community benefits from the recreational opportunities provided by the dam and its associated lake, making it a valuable resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates in the region.
While J M Savory Lake Dam may not have a highly complex design or extensive associated structures, its role in providing recreational opportunities and water storage highlights the importance of small-scale dams in local water resource management. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, understanding and maintaining dams like J M Savory Lake Dam become crucial for sustainable water management practices in Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BOGUEFALA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
220 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
180cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
43cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
144cfs |
Bull Mountain Creek At Tremont
|
90cfs |
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.
J M Savory Lake Dam