Buddy Dees Lake Dam, located in Neshoba, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Completed in 1978, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. The dam impounds Kentawka Creek, offering a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities.
State regulated and inspected, Buddy Dees Lake Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. Despite being deemed as having an undetermined hazard potential and not yet rated for its condition assessment, the dam presents a moderate risk level. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the structure has not been associated with any other related structures or undergone recent inspections.
Although lacking certain detailed data such as drainage area or surface area, Buddy Dees Lake Dam still serves as a vital recreational resource in the area. As a site that combines natural beauty with functional purpose, this dam highlights the importance of water resource management and climate considerations in maintaining safe and sustainable infrastructure for the community.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR- KENTAWKA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
137cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
468cfs |