Dorman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: January 25, 2026
Dorman Lake Dam, located in Oktibbeha, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam is an earth dam with a buttress core type, standing at a height of 15 feet and providing a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet.
While specific details on the dam's construction year and overall condition are not provided, it is noted that the dam has not been rated for its current condition. The spillway type is listed as uncontrolled, with no outlet gates or associated structures. Despite the lack of recent inspection and assessment data, the dam is considered to meet regulatory guidelines, with emergency action plans in place and a history of state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Overall, Dorman Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the area, offering a moderate level of risk management measures and maintaining a relatively low hazard potential. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find interest in the dam's design and regulatory oversight, highlighting the importance of maintaining safe and sustainable water infrastructure for the community's benefit.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
492cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2660cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
1460cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
3460cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
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.
Dorman Lake Dam