A V Davis Number 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
A V Davis Number 1 Dam, located in Adams, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1999, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and spans a length of 630 feet, offering a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has not been formally rated for its condition.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated and inspected by state authorities, ensuring its compliance with safety standards and environmental guidelines. With a spillway type classified as "Uncontrolled," the dam is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 12 cubic feet per second, serving its role in managing water flow and storage in the area.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, A V Davis Number 1 Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational structure with important implications for water management in the region. Its strategic location and design offer valuable insights into the intersection of infrastructure, environmental regulation, and risk assessment in safeguarding water resources and mitigating potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
14 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.15 |
Nid Storage |
114 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Homochitto River At Rosetta
|
2130cfs |
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
257cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
168cfs |
(Coe) Atchafalaya River At Simmesport
|
105000cfs |
Amite River Near Darlington
|
267cfs |
Comite River Near Olive Branch
|
65cfs |
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.
A V Davis Number 1 Dam