Greers Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Greers Lake Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, was completed in 1978 and is owned and regulated by a private entity.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam with a buttress core design stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR- PORTER CREEK and is overseen by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that state regulations are adhered to for inspection, enforcement, and permitting.
Managed by the USDA NRCS, Greers Lake Dam is a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment rating. While not currently rated for condition assessment, the dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates present a unique challenge for managing water levels in the event of heavy rainfall or flooding. Despite the lack of detailed inspection and maintenance information, the dam's location in Edwards, Mississippi, offers a serene setting for outdoor enthusiasts and water resource aficionados to enjoy the scenic beauty and recreational opportunities provided by the reservoir created by Greers Lake Dam.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR- PORTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
190 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
573cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
424cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
287000cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
359cfs |
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.
Greers Lake Dam