Martin Lakes Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Parker Pond Dam Moore Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Martin Lakes Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure that serves the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 13 feet and has a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. The dam, located in Calhoun County, Mississippi, has a surface area of 6 acres and an undetermined hazard potential.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is state-regulated and regularly inspected to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and there are no emergency action plans in place. With a spillway type of uncontrolled, the dam poses a potential risk that needs to be carefully monitored and managed to prevent any potential disasters.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Martin Lakes Dam presents an intriguing case study of a recreational dam situated in a rural area of Mississippi. With its unique design features and regulatory oversight, the dam offers insights into the importance of proper maintenance and risk management for sustainable water resource infrastructure. As the dam continues to be monitored and evaluated, it serves as a reminder of the critical role that dams play in balancing the needs of recreation, water storage, and environmental protection.
Dam Height |
13 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
144cfs |
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.
Martin Lakes Dam