Gideon Lake Number 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Gideon Lake Number 2 Dam, located in Madison, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreation purposes.


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Summary

This earth dam, completed in 1997, stands at a height of 12 feet and stretches 1270 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 235 acre-feet and a surface area of 20 acres, the dam overlooks Panther Creek and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2016, the dam poses a moderate risk due to its location and design. The spillway, of uncontrolled type, can handle a maximum discharge of 4196 cubic feet per second. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 0.7 square miles, emphasizing the importance of proper regulation and maintenance to ensure the safety of downstream communities and the overall water resource management in the region.

In the oversight of Congressman Bennie G. Thompson, the dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement by state authorities. The dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans may need updating to meet current guidelines. While the dam serves as a recreational spot, it also plays a crucial role in water storage and regulation in the area, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate resiliency in the face of potential risks.

Year Completed

1997

Dam Length

1270

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

PANTHER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Drainage Area

0.7

Nid Storage

235

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

12
       
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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.