Marvin Davis Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: West Pond Dam Ms06436 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Marvin Davis Dam, located in Wayne, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure completed in 2000 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a length of 410 feet, providing a storage capacity of 149 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Burro Spring Branch and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to maintain safety and compliance.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Marvin Davis Dam offers a safe and enjoyable recreational area for visitors to explore. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and a surface area of 19.3 acres, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. The surrounding area also boasts a drainage area of 0.33 square miles, providing a tranquil natural setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate.
Overall, Marvin Davis Dam serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management and environmental stewardship. Its presence not only enhances the recreational opportunities in the region but also contributes to the conservation and preservation of water resources for future generations. As a well-maintained and regulated structure, this dam exemplifies the harmonious coexistence between human recreation and ecological integrity in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
410 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
BURRO SPRING BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.33 |
Nid Storage |
149 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
519cfs |
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.
Marvin Davis Dam