Hampton Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sp 2 Dam Ms07053 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hampton Dam, located in Choctaw, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure built in 2000 for flood risk reduction on the UNT of Middle Bywy Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and spans 2000 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. While the dam is classified as low hazard potential, it is regulated and inspected by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality to ensure its structural integrity and operational safety.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is primarily designed to mitigate flood risks in the area. Despite being classified as not rated in terms of condition assessment, the risk assessment for Hampton Dam is moderate. This assessment highlights the importance of ongoing risk management measures and preparedness strategies to address potential safety concerns and ensure the dam's effectiveness in flood control.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hampton Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region. Its location in Choctaw, Mississippi, and its capacity to store 80 acre-feet of water make it a key component in the overall water management system. Continued regulatory oversight and risk assessment are essential to maintaining the dam's functionality and ensuring the safety of surrounding communities during periods of high water flow.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
2000 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF MIDDLE BYWY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
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.
Hampton Dam