Kirk Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Helton Lake Dam Ms06317 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Kirk Lake Dam, located in Greene County, Mississippi, was completed in 1980 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 13 feet and has a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is subject to state inspection, permitting, and enforcement.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Kirk Lake Dam carries a moderate risk rating. It does not have an emergency action plan in place and has not been assessed for its condition. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and covers a surface area of 3 acres, serving a drainage area of 0.2 square miles. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its risk management measures are not clearly defined.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Kirk Lake Dam can appreciate its role in providing recreational opportunities in the region. However, the dam's risk assessment and management aspects warrant further attention to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure in the face of potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Height |
13 |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chickasawhay River At Leakesville
|
718cfs |
Leaf River Nr Mclain
|
1180cfs |
Pascagoula River At Merrill
|
2120cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
18cfs |
Leaf River Nr New Augusta
|
912cfs |
Escatawpa River Near Agricola Ms
|
420cfs |
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.
Kirk Lake Dam