Wild Briar Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04934 Lake Dam Ms04928 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Wild Briar Dam, located in Oktibbeha, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure that serves the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Completed in 2003, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet with a hydraulic height of 28.9 feet, creating a storage capacity of 495 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 320 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 30.67 acres and has a drainage area of 0.17 square miles.
Situated on the UNT of Catalpa Creek, Wild Briar Dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. Classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, this dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not been rated for its current condition. Despite its simple design as a buttress core earth dam, Wild Briar Dam provides a valuable recreational resource for water enthusiasts in the area, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities.
In the event of an emergency, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, raising concerns about preparedness in case of a catastrophic event. However, with its relatively low hazard potential, Wild Briar Dam continues to be a popular destination for locals and visitors alike, showcasing the importance of maintaining and monitoring our water resources for both recreation and environmental sustainability.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
820 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF CATALPA CREEK |
Surface Area |
30.67 |
Hydraulic Height |
28.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
495 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2610cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
525cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
147cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
121cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
1550cfs |
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.
Wild Briar Dam