Providence Hill Farm North Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Martin Lake Dam Ms05773 Lake Dam
Last Updated: January 26, 2026
Providence Hill Farm North Dam, also known as Barn Lake, is a privately owned earth dam located in Hinds County, Mississippi.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 18 feet and a length of 958 feet, was primarily constructed for recreational purposes, providing a surface area of 27.4 acres and a storage capacity of 297 acre-feet. Situated on Birch Creek, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols.
While the hazard potential of Providence Hill Farm North Dam is currently listed as "Undetermined" and its condition assessment is "Not Rated," the risk assessment categorizes it as having a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has a drainage area of 0.65 square miles. Being a private structure, there are no federal agency owners, fundings, designers, constructions, or regulators associated with the dam. With a focus on recreation, the dam serves as a key resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates interested in exploring the waterways of Mississippi.
Dam Length |
958 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
BIRCH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.65 |
Nid Storage |
297 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
7830cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
478cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
752cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
4660cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
5980cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
317000cfs |
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.
Providence Hill Farm North Dam