W D Reynolds Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
W D Reynolds Lake Dam, located in Lauderdale, Mississippi, was completed in 1968 and is owned by a private entity.
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Summary
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, serves primarily for recreation purposes and is classified as an Earth dam with a buttress core and soil foundation. With a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated and inspected by state authorities, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam controls the flow of TR- Hurricane Creek and has an uncontrolled spillway type. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, measures for risk management and emergency preparedness seem to be lacking, as aspects such as the existence of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated contact information have not been reported. Overall, W D Reynolds Lake Dam provides a valuable resource for recreation enthusiasts while highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term safety and functionality.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HURRICANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
16cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
89cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
546cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
301cfs |
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.
W D Reynolds Lake Dam