Le Doux Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Le Doux Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 26 feet, has a low hazard potential and is currently in "Not Rated" condition assessment. The dam has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and is located in Jefferson Davis County, providing a picturesque spot for water enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities.
Despite its moderate risk assessment, Le Doux Dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that inspections, enforcement, and permitting are in place to maintain its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not been modified in recent years, further contributing to its low hazard potential. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can visit this site to appreciate the harmony between nature and human engineering in creating a space for outdoor recreation in the heart of Mississippi.
With its tranquil surroundings and designated purpose for recreation, Le Doux Dam stands as a testament to the balance between human development and environmental preservation. The dam, while posing a moderate risk, showcases the importance of regulatory oversight in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resource infrastructure. Visitors can explore the area, taking in the beauty of the dam and its surroundings while appreciating the careful planning and management that goes into maintaining such structures for both practical and leisurely use.
Dam Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1230cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
286cfs |
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
1640cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
349cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
354cfs |
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.
Le Doux Dam