Glen Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Glen Lake Dam, located in Rankin, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure that serves as a recreational spot for water and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

Built in 1984, this earth dam stands at a height of 27.5 feet and spans 790 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 433 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is recreation, offering a surface area of 26 acres for outdoor activities such as boating and fishing.

Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Glen Lake Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure safety and compliance with environmental standards. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. While the condition assessment is currently labeled as "Not Rated," the dam continues to provide a picturesque setting for nature lovers to enjoy the beauty of Unt of Mill Creek and its surrounding landscape.

Despite the lack of specific details on the emergency action plan and risk management measures, Glen Lake Dam remains a popular destination for those seeking outdoor recreation in Mississippi. With its tranquil waters and scenic views, this privately owned structure stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of human-made creations and natural landscapes in the realm of water resource management and climate conservation.

Year Completed

1984

Dam Length

790

Dam Height

27.5

River Or Stream

UNT OF MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

26

Hydraulic Height

26.5

Drainage Area

0.15

Nid Storage

433

Structural Height

30.5

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

31
       
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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.