Catfish Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Catfish Lake Dam, located in Pearl River, Mississippi, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet, this dam provides a serene surface area of 9 acres for visitors to enjoy. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 was deemed unsatisfactory, highlighting the need for maintenance and inspection to ensure its safety.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Catfish Lake Dam is regulated, permitted, and inspected by state authorities to meet safety standards. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although it has not undergone recent modifications or enhancements, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are unclear. With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, Catfish Lake Dam serves as both a tranquil retreat and a reminder of the importance of monitoring water resources in the face of climate variability.
Overall, Catfish Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. As enthusiasts in these fields, it is imperative to advocate for the continued maintenance and monitoring of dams like Catfish Lake to ensure public safety and environmental preservation. By staying informed about the regulatory oversight, risk assessments, and condition evaluations of such structures, we can contribute to the sustainable management of water resources for future generations to enjoy.
Dam Height |
19 |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
116 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
641cfs |
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
663cfs |
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
|
3740cfs |
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
|
317cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
235cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
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.
Catfish Lake Dam