Clyde Walker Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Clyde Walker Lake Dam, located in Suqualena, Mississippi, was completed in 1966 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Owned privately, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at 10 feet tall and has a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet. Situated on Suqualena Creek, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected and enforced by state agencies.
Managed by the USDA NRCS, Clyde Walker Lake Dam poses a moderate risk with an undetermined hazard potential. The spillway is uncontrolled, and the dam features uncontrolled outlet gates. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it meets state regulatory standards and undergoes regular inspections. Despite its modest size and storage capacity, the dam serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the Lauderdale County area.
With its scenic location and potential for outdoor activities, Clyde Walker Lake Dam provides a tranquil retreat for visitors seeking a connection to nature. While the dam's risk level is moderate, its role in providing recreational opportunities and its compliance with state regulations make it a valuable asset in the community. As efforts to monitor and assess its condition continue, the dam remains a key feature in the local landscape, offering a peaceful escape for those who appreciate the intersection of water resources and environmental conservation.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
SUQUALENA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
301cfs |
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
16cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
89cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
546cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
202cfs |
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.
Clyde Walker Lake Dam