Gibens Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Gibens Lake Dam, located in Lee, Mississippi, was completed in 1992 and serves as a recreational water resource for the surrounding area.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 24 feet and a length of 417 feet, creates a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 173 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected for safety and compliance with state regulations.
The primary purpose of Gibens Lake Dam is for recreation, providing a surface area of 14 acres for activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and the hazard potential is currently listed as undetermined with a moderate risk assessment score of 3. While the dam's condition is not rated, it is regularly monitored to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water resources.
Despite its relatively small size, Gibens Lake Dam plays a vital role in providing recreational opportunities and water storage for the local area. With its picturesque location on the Unt of Sand Creek, the dam serves as a valuable asset for both residents and visitors who enjoy outdoor activities and the beauty of Mississippi's natural landscape.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
417 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
173 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Gibens Lake Dam