Renfroe Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Renfroe Lake Dam, located in Lafayette County, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
Completed in 2009, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 142 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the Unt of Puskus Creek, has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Despite its modest size, Renfroe Lake Dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities for the local community in Oxford. With a surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 0.13 square miles, the dam offers a serene retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts. While it has a moderate risk assessment of 3, the dam's emergency action plan status remains unreported, hinting at potential areas for improvement in ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding area in case of emergencies. Renfroe Lake Dam's unique design, construction, and purpose make it a valuable asset in the region's water resource management and environmental conservation efforts.
Year Completed |
2009 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF PUSKUS CREEK |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
142 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Renfroe Lake Dam