Burgess Lake Ms02535 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ricky Inmon Lake Dam Ms04504 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Burgess Lake MS02535 Dam, located in Lee County, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
With a dam height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 835 acre-feet, the dam provides opportunities for water-based activities in the area. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk rating of 3 due to its location and potential impact in case of failure. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, emergency action plans are in place to address any unforeseen events. The dam's uncontrolled spillway type suggests a simple design, although details on its construction date and maintenance history are not provided in the available data.
Overall, Burgess Lake MS02535 Dam serves as a recreational asset in the area, offering a serene environment for water enthusiasts to enjoy various activities. Its moderate risk rating underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and longevity of the dam for future generations to enjoy.
Dam Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
835 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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.
Burgess Lake Ms02535 Dam