Young Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Young Dam in Lafayette, Mississippi is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1995 primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 19 feet and a length of 404 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6.5 acres. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite its low hazard potential, Young Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level (3) according to risk assessment data. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has a maximum discharge capacity of 82 cubic feet per second. While the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated", the dam is subject to state enforcement, permitting, and inspection to mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation.
Located within the Vicksburg District, Young Dam offers a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore. While the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are not explicitly detailed in the data, the dam serves as an important recreational asset for the community and is a vital part of the local water infrastructure in Lafayette, Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
404 |
Dam Height |
19 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Young Dam