Lake Druid Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lake Druid Dam, located in Lauderdale County, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.


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Summary

Completed in 1958, this earth dam stands at 15 feet high and spans 385 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 82 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 9.2 acres for outdoor activities.

Despite its recreational value, Lake Druid Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 11 feet, and it is situated on the Unit of Loper Creek. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is inspected every five years to ensure its safety and functionality, although the last inspection in February 2021 raised concerns about its integrity.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Druid Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational dam in Mississippi. Its historical significance, coupled with its current condition and hazard potential, highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment. As climate change continues to impact water resources, monitoring and managing infrastructure like Lake Druid Dam will be essential for sustainable water management in the region.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

385

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

UNIT OF LOPER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9.2

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

0.14

Nid Storage

82

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

15
       
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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.