Bosworth Farm Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Bosworth Farm Lake Dam, located in Pearl River, Mississippi, serves as a recreational haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

This privately owned dam, designed by NRCS and completed in 1981, stands at a height of 17.6 feet and has a hydraulic height of 14 feet. With a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet, this earth dam on UNT of Fords Creek offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities on its 8-acre surface area.

While Bosworth Farm Lake Dam is primarily used for recreation, it also plays a vital role in water management and conservation in the region. The dam is state regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment remains at a very high level (1), emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality for both visitors and the surrounding ecosystem.

With its scenic location and important role in water resource management, Bosworth Farm Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human recreation and environmental stewardship. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, exploring this dam offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the balance between enjoying natural resources and preserving them for future generations.

Year Completed

1981

Dam Length

473

Dam Height

17.6

River Or Stream

UNT OF FORDS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

14

Drainage Area

0.13

Nid Storage

66

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.