W And W Gravel Company Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04313 Lake Dam Ms04272 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Located in Yazoo, Mississippi, the W and W Gravel Company Lake Dam is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
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Summary
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam stands at a height of 45 feet and has a storage capacity of 750 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is classified as a buttress dam type.
While the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, it is regularly inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state regulatory agency. With no associated structures and a minimal risk of potential hazards, the W and W Gravel Company Lake Dam provides a safe and enjoyable recreational environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of this man-made structure in a natural setting. Additionally, the dam is situated within the jurisdiction of the Vicksburg District and is not operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Dam Height |
45 |
Nid Storage |
750 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
45 |
Seasonal Comparison
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Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
392cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
520cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
362cfs |
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.
W And W Gravel Company Lake Dam