Oak Hills Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms07256 Lake Dam Ms06340 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Oak Hills Lake Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure regulated by the state's Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam serves primarily for recreation purposes, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score. Located in Lincoln County, Oak Hills Lake Dam stands at a height of 17.48 feet and has a storage capacity of 134.59 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 7.51 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and information on its last inspection date is not available. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and does not have any associated locks or outlet gates. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, there are currently no risk management measures or emergency action plans in place for the dam. Given its importance for recreation and as a water resource in the area, further attention to the maintenance and safety of Oak Hills Lake Dam may be necessary to ensure its continued functionality and safety in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Height |
17.48 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.51 |
Nid Storage |
134.59 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
168cfs |
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
2030cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
994cfs |
Bogue Chitto Nr Tylertown
|
578cfs |
Tangipahoa River At Osyka
|
478cfs |
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
444cfs |
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.
Oak Hills Lake Dam