Lake Eddins Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms07305 Lake Dam Ms06556 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Pachuta Creek Valley in Jasper County, Mississippi, Lake Eddins Dam stands as a vital structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
Built in 1987, this privately owned earth dam serves primarily for recreation, offering a surface area of 625 acres and a normal storage capacity of 7,200 acre-feet. The dam reaches a height of 40 feet and has a hydraulic height of 31 feet, with a spillway width of 5 feet to manage a maximum discharge of 6,200 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Lake Eddins Dam is regularly inspected to ensure its satisfactory condition and high hazard potential is properly addressed. The dam's associated risk assessment ranks as moderate (3), prompting the implementation of risk management measures to mitigate any potential threats. With its scenic location and significant impact on the local ecosystem, Lake Eddins Dam serves as a beacon for sustainable water resource management and a testament to the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
1400 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
PACHUTA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
625 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
11.72 |
Nid Storage |
14300 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
519cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
119cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
159cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
29cfs |
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.
Lake Eddins Dam