Oakwood Lake Dam, located in Forrest, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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The dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a length of 850 feet, creating a storage capacity of 97 acre-feet. Situated on Burkett's Creek, the dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a low hazard potential rating. While the condition assessment is not rated, the risk assessment for the dam is moderate.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Oakwood Lake Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with environmental standards. The dam has not been modified in recent years, and there is no emergency action plan in place. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for visitors and residents in the area.
Overall, Oakwood Lake Dam serves as a vital structure for water resource management and climate adaptation in the region. Its presence on Burkett's Creek contributes to the conservation of water resources while offering recreational benefits to the community. With careful monitoring and maintenance, this earth dam will continue to play a key role in both water management and leisure activities in Forrest County, Mississippi.
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
BURKETTS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.4 |
Nid Storage |
97 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
438cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
541cfs |
Leaf River Nr New Augusta
|
1590cfs |
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
641cfs |