B C Coggins Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: John Young Lake Dam Ms04508 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
B C Coggins Lake Dam in Lee, 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 20 feet and a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, indicating a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Located in the Memphis District, this dam offers a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy recreational activities such as fishing and boating. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state regulatory agency, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. With its scenic surroundings and moderate risk level, B C Coggins Lake Dam presents an opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to appreciate the intersection of water resource management and environmental stewardship in a beautiful natural setting.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans have not been fully assessed or implemented. However, the dam's manageable risk level and recreational focus make it a promising destination for those interested in the intersection of water resources and climate adaptation. As efforts continue to enhance safety and emergency preparedness at the site, B C Coggins Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of balancing human enjoyment of natural resources with responsible stewardship and risk mitigation.
Dam Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
144cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bigbee
|
970cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3330cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
180cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
43cfs |
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.
B C Coggins Lake Dam