Upper American Legion Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: March 5, 2026
Upper American Legion Lake Dam in Lee, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily utilized for recreation purposes.
Summary
The dam has a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 113 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 45 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential rating.
Located within the Mobile District, Upper American Legion Lake Dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. Despite being a privately owned structure, the dam is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk.
Although lacking specific completion and inspection dates, the dam is considered to be in fair condition and is not currently rated. While the dam poses a moderate risk, it continues to provide recreational opportunities for the local community. With its scenic surroundings and essential water storage capacity, Upper American Legion Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for both its owners and the environment.
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15-Day Weather Outlook
Dam Height |
15 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.7 |
Nid Storage |
113 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
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63cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
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28cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
237cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
182cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
17cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bigbee
|
485cfs |
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.
Upper American Legion Lake Dam