Silver Hill Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Gary Dam Lake Mellie Jane
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Silver Hill Lake Dam in Greene, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam standing at 30 feet tall along Four Mile Creek.
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Summary
Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a serene 44.5-acre surface area for visitors to enjoy. The dam has a storage capacity of 900 acre-feet and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet.
Despite its picturesque setting, Silver Hill Lake Dam poses a significant hazard potential with an unsatisfactory condition assessment. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring compliance with state regulations. The last inspection in December 2020 revealed the need for improvements, indicating a moderate risk level (3) and prompting further risk management measures to be considered.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the beauty of Silver Hill Lake Dam, they must also be aware of the potential risks associated with its current condition. With proper maintenance and oversight, this recreational oasis can continue to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors while safeguarding the surrounding environment and community from any potential hazards.
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
FOUR MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
44.5 |
Nid Storage |
900 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chickasawhay River At Leakesville
|
1090cfs |
Leaf River Nr Mclain
|
1460cfs |
Pascagoula River At Merrill
|
2860cfs |
Leaf River Nr New Augusta
|
1590cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
235cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
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.
Silver Hill Lake Dam