Lakeshore Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lakeshore Lake Dam, located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, is a privately-owned earth dam constructed in 1947 by the USDA NRCS.


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Summary

With a height of 27 feet and a hydraulic height of 23 feet, the dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 25.4 acres and a normal storage capacity of 196 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-Bowie River, within the jurisdiction of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring regular state inspections and enforcement to maintain its fair condition.

Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Lakeshore Lake Dam has a moderate risk rating of 3. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 1800 cubic feet per second. It has a storage capacity of 350 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.33 square miles. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in 2017, and it is inspected every five years to ensure its continued safety and functionality for both recreational and environmental purposes.

Located in Lamar County, Mississippi, Lakeshore Lake Dam is a vital structure within the region's water resource management system. As a part of the Mobile District, the dam is overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and provides essential flood protection and water storage for the surrounding area. Despite its age, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively, showcasing the importance of proper maintenance and regulatory oversight in preserving our water resources for future generations.

Year Completed

1947

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR- BOWIE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

25.4

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

0.33

Nid Storage

350

Structural Height

27

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

27
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.