Tommy Coleman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04651 Lake Dam Skipper Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Tommy Coleman Lake Dam is a private structure located in Noxubee, Mississippi, completed in 1997 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 18.3 feet and spans a length of 580 feet, creating a serene 14.5-acre lake with a normal storage capacity of 105 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is state-regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring regular inspection, permitting, and enforcement to maintain its integrity.
With a drainage area of 0.42 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 428 cubic feet per second, Tommy Coleman Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for the local community. While its condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," the dam's moderate risk level indicates a need for ongoing risk management measures. Although it lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps, the dam's recreational value and environmental significance make it a key focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
As a symbol of harmonious coexistence between human recreation and natural resources, Tommy Coleman Lake Dam stands as a testament to responsible stewardship of waterways. With its controlled spillway and buttress core design, the dam exemplifies the balance between safety and enjoyment, offering a peaceful retreat for visitors while upholding regulatory standards for environmental protection. The dam's presence, overseen by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, underscores the importance of proper dam management in safeguarding both the community and the ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
580 |
Dam Height |
18.3 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.42 |
Nid Storage |
184 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Noxubee River At Macon
|
146cfs |
Noxubee River Nr Geiger
|
188cfs |
Bodka Creek Near Geiger
|
15cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
7340cfs |
Tombigbee R At Gainesville L&D Nr Gainesville Al
|
3040cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
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.
Tommy Coleman Lake Dam