Beach Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Beach Lake Dam, located in Franklin, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure designed by David Atkins and completed in 2007.


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Summary

This earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and stands at a height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 8.5 feet. It has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8 acres, drawing water from the UNT of Wells Creek.

Although the dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, it is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam provides a peaceful recreational spot for visitors while also posing a manageable level of risk. The spillway of Beach Lake Dam is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1430 cubic feet per second.

As part of the Vicksburg District, Beach Lake Dam offers a tranquil environment for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the beauty of nature while also contributing to the local ecosystem. Its strategic location and design make it a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of human engineering and natural landscapes.

Year Completed

2007

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

UNT OF UNT OF WELLS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

8.5

Drainage Area

0.23

Nid Storage

60

Structural Height

15

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

15
       
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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.
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