Bridgefield Estates Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Bridgefield Estates Lake Dam, located in Lamar, Mississippi, is a privately owned Earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 24.5 feet, with a hydraulic height of 20.9 feet, and a length of 2100 feet, this dam was completed in 1997 and offers a maximum storage capacity of 596 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the UNT of Parkers Creek and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that it undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to maintain its structural integrity.

Despite being classified with a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of December 2020 was rated as fair. It operates with an uncontrolled spillway type and outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam has undergone modifications in 2014 for seismic and other reasons, showcasing a commitment to ensuring its safety and functionality. Overall, Bridgefield Estates Lake Dam serves as an important water resource for the surrounding area, offering both recreational opportunities and vital water storage capabilities in Mississippi's landscape.

Years Modified

2014 - Other, 2014 - Seismic

Year Completed

1997

Dam Length

2100

Dam Height

24.5

River Or Stream

UNT OF PARKERS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

44

Hydraulic Height

20.9

Drainage Area

0.44

Nid Storage

596

Structural Height

24.5

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.