Acacia Woods Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 10, 2025

Acacia Woods Lake Dam, located in Flowood, Mississippi, was completed in 2001 and serves as a vital recreational resource for the area.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 34.5 feet and has a structural height of 39.5 feet, with a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, providing a serene and picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.

Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Acacia Woods Lake Dam is categorized as a high hazard potential structure with a satisfactory condition assessment. Regular inspections ensure the dam's safety and integrity, with the last assessment conducted in December 2020. Despite its high hazard potential, the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a level of preparedness and management measures in place to mitigate potential threats.

Located along the Hog Creek, Acacia Woods Lake Dam boasts a surface area of 7.7 acres and a drainage area of 0.06 square miles. With its uncontrolled spillway and earth dam type, the dam presents a unique blend of natural beauty and engineered infrastructure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Acacia Woods Lake Dam is a fascinating example of how human intervention can create sustainable and enjoyable recreational opportunities while balancing the need for environmental conservation and safety.

Year Completed

2001

Dam Length

585

Dam Height

34.5

River Or Stream

UNT OF UNT OF HOG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7.7

Hydraulic Height

31

Drainage Area

0.06

Nid Storage

107

Structural Height

39.5

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

40
       
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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.