E H Cole Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06352 Lake Dam Ms06542 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
E H Cole Lake Dam, located in Perry, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam, designed by B.J. Sellers, Jr., stands at a height of 32 feet and spans 790 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 334 acre-feet and a surface area of 26.2 acres, the dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated. The presence of an uncontrolled spillway and the absence of outlet gates suggest a simple yet effective design for managing water levels and ensuring the safety of the surrounding area.
As a key feature along the UNT of Pine Branch river, E H Cole Lake Dam provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and water-based activities. With its earth core and buttress construction, the dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and environmental stewardship in the region. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the balance between human enjoyment and natural conservation that this dam represents.
Dam Length |
790 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF PINE BRANCH |
Surface Area |
26.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.21 |
Nid Storage |
334 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Leaf River Nr New Augusta
|
1590cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Leaf River Nr Mclain
|
1460cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
235cfs |
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.
E H Cole Lake Dam