Swenson Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: January 13, 2026
Swenson Lake Dam, located in Pearl River, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1986, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and stretches 615 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 206 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the UNT of W. Hobolochitto Creek and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
With a moderate hazard potential rating, the condition assessment of Swenson Lake Dam is currently listed as "Not Rated." While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not specified in the data, the structure is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state regulatory agency. The spillway type is noted as "Uncontrolled," with a maximum discharge capacity of 316 cubic feet per second, making it crucial to monitor the dam's safety and integrity in the face of potential climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
615 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF W. HOBOLOCHITTO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.44 |
Nid Storage |
206 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
547cfs |
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
|
117cfs |
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
|
15500cfs |
Bogue Chitto River Near Bush
|
7520cfs |
Wolf River Nr Landon
|
568cfs |
Biloxi River At Wortham
|
64cfs |
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.
Swenson Lake Dam