M. L. Husbands Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hosey Lake Dam Norman Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
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Summary
L. Husbands Lake Dam, located in Jasper, Mississippi, was completed in 1977 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a recreational water resource along the TR- TALLAHOMA river. This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 240 acre-feet. The dam is privately owned and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, the dam's condition assessment is listed as not rated. The uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates suggest a potential need for further evaluation and risk management measures to ensure the dam's safety and integrity. With its primary purpose being recreation, the M. L. Husbands Lake Dam offers opportunities for outdoor activities while also highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources in the face of climate challenges.
Overall, M. L. Husbands Lake Dam serves as a significant water resource in Mississippi, providing both recreational opportunities and potential risks that require ongoing attention and management. With its unique design and historical significance, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of balancing water conservation and safety measures in the face of evolving environmental conditions. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the M. L. Husbands Lake Dam represents a focal point for understanding the intersection of human-made structures, natural ecosystems, and the need for sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TALLAHOMA |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.43 |
Nid Storage |
240 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
349cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
546cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
354cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
301cfs |
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.
M. L. Husbands Lake Dam