Willow Lake Number 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Willow Lake Dam Ms05891 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Willow Lake Number 2 Dam, located in Meridian, Mississippi, was completed in 1960 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a recreational water resource on Gunn Branch.
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Summary
This private dam, with a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 375 acre-feet, is primarily used for recreation purposes. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that it meets state standards for safety and environmental protection.
Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the condition of the dam is currently not rated. This earth dam with a buttress core type is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is subject to state inspection, enforcement, and permitting requirements to maintain its safety and functionality. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the role of Willow Lake Number 2 Dam in providing recreational opportunities while also contributing to water management in the Lauderdale County area of Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
GUNN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
375 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
16cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
89cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
301cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
546cfs |
Sucarnoochee River At Livingston Al
|
272cfs |
Bodka Creek Near Geiger
|
15cfs |
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.
Willow Lake Number 2 Dam