Tradition Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Located in Harrison, Mississippi, Tradition Lake Dam is a privately owned structure designed to provide recreational opportunities and water supply in the region.


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Summary

Completed in 2008, this earth dam stands at a height of 17.3 feet and boasts a storage capacity of 129 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the beautiful UNT of Tiger Creek and covers a surface area of 7.5 acres, making it a picturesque destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Tradition Lake Dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and a buttress core type, reflecting a blend of functionality and aesthetics. Its primary purpose of recreation makes it a popular spot for outdoor activities, while also serving as a reliable source of water supply for the surrounding area.

Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, Tradition Lake Dam remains a key feature in the water infrastructure of Mississippi, offering both leisure opportunities and essential water resources. With its serene location and strategic design, this dam is a testament to the importance of sustainable water management and climate resilience in the region.

Year Completed

2008

Dam Length

160

Dam Height

17.3

River Or Stream

UNT OF TIGER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7.5

Hydraulic Height

12.2

Drainage Area

1.05

Nid Storage

129

Structural Height

16.8

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

17
       
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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.