Hugh Wright Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06828 Lake Dam Ms06825 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hugh Wright Dam, located in Marshall, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 23.5 feet, with a hydraulic height of 19.5 feet and a structural height of 32 feet, this dam creates a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 44 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 69 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 365 feet and covers a surface area of 5.2 acres, with a drainage area of 0.07 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that it undergoes regular inspections, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the condition assessment is not rated, the risk management measures for the dam are currently unspecified. The dam is associated with the UNT of Golden Creek and falls within the jurisdiction of the Memphis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate will find Hugh Wright Dam to be a fascinating structure due to its unique design as an earth dam with a buttress core type. With its location in a picturesque setting and its focus on recreation, this dam offers a valuable resource for both locals and visitors to enjoy. The dam's presence also highlights the importance of regulatory agencies in ensuring the safety and maintenance of such critical infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
365 |
Dam Height |
23.5 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF GOLDEN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
19.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
30cfs |
Wolf River At Germantown
|
542cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
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.
Hugh Wright Dam