Safari Lake #2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Safari Lake #2 Dam, located in Lamar, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 31 feet and has a hydraulic height of 25 feet. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, specifically for fish and wildlife pond activities.

With a storage capacity of 600.35 acre-feet and a surface area of 34.56 acres, Safari Lake #2 Dam provides ample space for recreational activities while also serving as a habitat for fish and wildlife. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 9557 cubic feet per second. While the dam's hazard potential is currently listed as undetermined, its risk assessment is categorized as moderate (3).

Despite lacking certain details such as the year of completion and the condition assessment rating, Safari Lake #2 Dam remains an essential water resource for the local community, offering opportunities for outdoor recreation and environmental conservation along the UNT of Black Creek. As climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates, understanding the importance of maintaining and regulating dams like Safari Lake #2 is crucial for sustainable water management practices and the preservation of aquatic ecosystems in Mississippi.

Dam Length

850

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

UNT OF BLACK CREEK

Surface Area

34.56

Hydraulic Height

25

Drainage Area

0.34

Nid Storage

600.35

Structural Height

46

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

46
       
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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.