Lake Linda Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms07314 Lake Dam Ms06779 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lake Linda Dam is a private-owned structure located in Claiborne, Mississippi, with a primary purpose of recreation, specifically for fish and wildlife pond activities.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type, standing at a height of 50 feet and spanning 300 feet in length. It has a storage capacity of 700 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 34 acres, providing a serene environment for outdoor enthusiasts.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Lake Linda Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with environmental standards. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is rated as having a moderate risk level, emphasizing the importance of ongoing risk assessment and management. The dam's spillway, with an uncontrolled design, can handle a maximum discharge of 1065 cubic feet per second, further highlighting its significance in maintaining water levels and flood control in the area.
Lake Linda Dam serves as a vital recreational and ecological asset, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and habitat preservation. With its scenic location along the Bayou Pierre, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. As stakeholders continue to monitor and enhance its safety measures, Lake Linda Dam remains a valuable asset for both the community and the environment.
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF BAYOU PIERRE |
Surface Area |
34 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Nid Storage |
700 |
Structural Height |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
50 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
444cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
329000cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
677cfs |
Tensas River At Tendal
|
120cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
168cfs |
Homochitto River At Rosetta
|
2130cfs |
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.
Lake Linda Dam