Lake A Twin Lakes Subdivision Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lake A Twin Lakes Subdivision Dam, located in Harrison, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1983, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a hydraulic height of 14 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 280 acre-feet. The dam spans 800 feet in length and covers an area of 22.6 acres, serving as a popular spot for outdoor activities and water sports.

Managed and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam has a spillway type of 'Uncontrolled' with a spillway width of 1 foot. The structure is inspected every 5 years to ensure its safety and is currently rated as 'Satisfactory' in condition. With a high hazard potential, the dam poses moderate risks that are being monitored and managed to maintain the safety of the area. The presence of this dam provides not only recreational opportunities but also serves as an essential water resource for the surrounding community, highlighting the intersection of nature conservation and human enjoyment in a changing climate landscape.

Year Completed

1983

Dam Length

800

Dam Height

17

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22.6

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

0.13

Nid Storage

280

Structural Height

20

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

20
       
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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.