Lever Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06196 Lake Dam Lake Hazle Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lever Dam, located in Copiah, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 20 feet and boasting a length of 400 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 45 acre-feet. The dam, associated with the UNT of Mill Creek, has a surface area of 7 acres and drains an area of 0.06 square miles.
Managed and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Lever Dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level. Although the dam's condition is currently not rated, regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement ensure its safety and functionality. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the dam does not feature any outlet gates or locks, making it a straightforward structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and study in the heart of Mississippi.
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1230cfs |
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
611cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
1180cfs |
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
1640cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
94cfs |
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.
Lever Dam