Smith Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Smith Lake Dam, located in Lincoln, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam with buttress core types stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet primarily for recreation purposes. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Despite being not rated for its condition assessment, Smith Lake Dam poses a moderate risk level, with emergency action procedures yet to be prepared. The dam has not been inspected recently, but it is deemed to meet regulatory guidelines. With its picturesque location and recreational offerings, the dam serves as a vital water resource in the area while maintaining a relatively low risk profile for potential hazards. Smith Lake Dam remains a significant feature in the local landscape, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
2030cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
994cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
168cfs |
Bogue Chitto Nr Tylertown
|
578cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
249cfs |
Tangipahoa River At Osyka
|
478cfs |
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.
Smith Lake Dam