Lee Linder Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04393 Lake Dam James Jones Lake
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Lee Linder Dam, located in Panola, Mississippi, serves as a vital flood risk reduction structure along the UNT of Bynum Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 2003, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a hydraulic height of 17 feet, providing a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 9.6 acres and has a drainage area of 0.13 square miles, offering protection to the surrounding region against potential flooding events.
Managed by a private entity, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that it meets state safety standards. With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, the Lee Linder Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks for the local community. Despite its modest size, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region, highlighting the importance of infrastructure in safeguarding against natural disasters.
As a significant component of the flood risk reduction system in Mississippi, Lee Linder Dam underscores the importance of proactive measures in addressing climate-related challenges. With its moderate risk assessment and adherence to state regulatory guidelines, this structure stands as a testament to responsible water resource management. The dam's completion in 2003 marked a milestone in enhancing the region's resilience to potential flooding, showcasing the effectiveness of strategic infrastructure investments in safeguarding communities against environmental hazards.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
324 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF BYNUM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
50cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
18cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
1360cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
17cfs |
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.
Lee Linder Dam
County Road 553 Yalobusha County