J M Burge Road Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Brett Favre Lake Dam Ms05393 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 29, 2025
J M Burge Road Dam, located in Lamar, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1999 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 26 feet and a length of 750 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 248 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 17.27 acres. Situated on the UNT OF PARKERS CREEK, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and has a low hazard potential.
Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating due to its condition not being rated and lacking certain emergency preparedness measures. The surrounding area is considered to have a moderate risk level, with limited information available on risk management measures and guidelines. While the dam does not have any associated structures or locks, it serves as a recreational spot for water enthusiasts and visitors seeking outdoor activities in the area.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF PARKERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17.27 |
Drainage Area |
0.18 |
Nid Storage |
248 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
152cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
686cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
118cfs |
Pearl River Nr Columbia
|
1660cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
138cfs |
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.
J M Burge Road Dam