Metts Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04785 Lake Dam Ms04786 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Metts Lake Dam, located in Winston County, Mississippi, is a privately-owned dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 41 feet, with a hydraulic height of 38 feet and a structural height of 48 feet. The dam spans a length of 351.66 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 206 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 5.87 acres for recreational activities.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Metts Lake Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 5.2 cubic feet per second. Although the hazard potential of the dam is currently undetermined, a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 suggests that risk management measures may be necessary in the future to mitigate any potential hazards.
Overall, Metts Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource for the community, offering opportunities for recreational activities while also highlighting the importance of proper dam management and safety measures in the face of changing climate conditions. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the intricate design and management of this dam, as well as the ongoing efforts to ensure its sustainability and safety for future generations.
Dam Length |
351.66 |
Dam Height |
41 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF SULPHUR SPRINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.87 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
0.03 |
Nid Storage |
206 |
Structural Height |
48 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
48 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
146cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
5060cfs |
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.
Metts Lake Dam