Regency Estates Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05423 Lake Dam Jacks Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Regency Estates Lake Dam, also known as Lake Victoria Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Hinds, Mississippi.
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Summary
Completed in 1996, this earthen dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 12.3 acres and a storage capacity of 165 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans 548 feet in length, with its main purpose being to provide a leisure spot for visitors to enjoy.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is state regulated and subject to regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with environmental standards. However, the structure has been assessed as unsatisfactory in condition, with a high hazard potential due to its proximity to Elda Hill Creek. Despite this, the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to mitigate any hazards that may arise.
As a popular spot for recreation in the Terry area, Regency Estates Lake Dam serves as both a tranquil retreat and a potential area of concern for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its picturesque setting and important role in water management, it highlights the delicate balance between human enjoyment and environmental stewardship in the management of our natural resources.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
548 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
ELDA HILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.18 |
Nid Storage |
165 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
1180cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
631cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1230cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
286cfs |
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.
Regency Estates Lake Dam