Landrum Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Landrum Dam, located in Madison, Mississippi, was completed in 1995 and serves primarily for recreation purposes.


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Summary

This earth dam with a height of 27.4 feet and a length of 715 feet has a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 40 acre-feet. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, with an undetermined hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated."

Managed by a private owner, Landrum Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality for state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam is not operated by any federal agency and does not receive federal funding or oversight. With a spillway type categorized as "Uncontrolled," the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 32 cubic feet per second.

Although the condition assessment of Landrum Dam is not rated, the risk assessment suggests a moderate level of risk. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find interest in the recreational purpose of the dam as well as its storage capacity and risk management measures. Further evaluation and regular inspections may be necessary to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital infrastructure in the region.

Year Completed

1995

Dam Length

715

Dam Height

27.4

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

0.03

Nid Storage

72

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

27
       
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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.