Tom Moore Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lirette Lake Dam Ms06430 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Tom Moore Lake Dam in Mississippi is a private earth dam primarily designed for recreation on the Chickasawhay River.
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Summary
With a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 126 acre-feet, the dam serves as a low hazard structure with moderate risk. Although the dam is not rated for its condition, it is regulated and inspected by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Located in Wayne County, Mississippi, Tom Moore Lake Dam offers a surface area of 8 acres and a normal storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has not undergone any modifications in recent years. Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, and enforcement, highlighting the importance of its role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
With its picturesque setting and recreational purpose, Tom Moore Lake Dam provides a serene retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the natural beauty of the Chickasawhay River. As a regulated and inspected structure, the dam exemplifies the importance of balancing human recreation with environmental conservation and safety measures to sustainably manage water resources for future generations.
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF CHICKASAWHAY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.63 |
Nid Storage |
126 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Tombigbee R At Coffeeville L&D Nr Coffeeville
|
13600cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Leakesville
|
1090cfs |
Satilpa Creek Near Coffeeville Al
|
130cfs |
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.
Tom Moore Lake Dam