Oak Hill Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Located in Covington, Mississippi, Oak Hill Lake Dam is a private structure primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 2009, this earth dam stands at a height of 17.6 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet, creating a picturesque lake with a normal storage capacity of 171 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 1700 feet and has a drainage area of 1.1 square miles, providing a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts.

Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Oak Hill Lake Dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspection, permitting, and enforcement to ensure public safety. Despite its undetermined hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam continues to serve as a popular recreational spot in the area. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1710 cubic feet per second and an uncontrolled spillway type, the dam offers both a tranquil setting and a vital water resource for the local community.

While the dam's condition is currently not rated, efforts are in place to maintain its integrity and ensure that it meets safety guidelines. As a significant structure in the Vicksburg District, Oak Hill Lake Dam symbolizes the intersection of human engineering with natural beauty, providing a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate challenges.

Year Completed

2009

Dam Length

1700

Dam Height

17.6

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

34

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

1.1

Nid Storage

389

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

18
       
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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.