T Wayne Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Nestled in Pearl River, Mississippi, the T Wayne Lake Dam stands as a vital water resource and recreational hub in the region.
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Summary
Owned privately, this dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its compliance with state standards for inspection, permitting, and enforcement. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam serves as a popular spot for water enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Constructed with an earth core buttress design, the T Wayne Lake Dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. While the dam features an uncontrolled spillway type, it lacks outlet gates and associated structures, emphasizing the importance of emergency preparedness and risk management measures.
As a key feature in the Vicksburg District, the T Wayne Lake Dam offers a tranquil oasis for visitors seeking a peaceful escape or engaging in water-based activities. With its serene surroundings and recreational opportunities, this dam serves as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of water resources and climate enthusiasts in the heart of Mississippi.
Dam Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
456cfs |
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
|
4900cfs |
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
|
380cfs |
Bogue Chitto River Near Bush
|
2090cfs |
Wolf River Nr Landon
|
1010cfs |
Pearl River Nr Columbia
|
3400cfs |
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.
T Wayne Lake Dam