Wright Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Wright Dam, located in Lamar, Mississippi, is a privately owned dam that serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Situated on the Little Black Creek, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 17 feet and has a length of 399 feet. With a storage capacity of 74 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres, the dam presents a low hazard potential and has a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Wright Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state agency. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it is well-maintained for its recreational function. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam poses a low risk to the surrounding area and has not undergone significant modifications over the years.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Wright Dam offers a fascinating glimpse into private dam ownership and state regulation in Mississippi. Its strategic location on the Little Black Creek, along with its modest dimensions and low hazard potential, makes it an interesting case study for those interested in understanding the intersection of water management, recreation, and dam safety in the region.
Dam Length |
399 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF LITTLE BLACK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
0.18 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
641cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
Leaf River Nr New Augusta
|
1590cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
438cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
235cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
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.
Wright Dam