Kuhn #1 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms07118 Lake Dam Mark Simmons Lake
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Kuhn #1 Dam, located in Holmes, Mississippi, along Black Creek, was completed in 2014 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a structural height of 36 feet and a hydraulic height of 25 feet, provides a storage capacity of 120.9 acre-feet and serves as a low hazard potential structure. The dam's primary purpose is to offer recreational opportunities in the area, with a spillway type designated as 'Uncontrolled'.
Managed by a private entity, Kuhn #1 Dam falls under the regulatory oversight of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring state inspection, enforcement, and permitting protocols are in place. The dam's condition assessment is currently categorized as 'Not Rated', with a moderate risk rating of 3. While the dam does not have a designated emergency action plan (EAP) or inundation maps prepared, it meets guidelines for risk management measures.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Kuhn #1 Dam presents an intriguing case study of how a privately owned recreational structure can contribute to local water management and ecological conservation efforts. With its modest dimensions and low hazard potential, this dam serves as both a functional reservoir for Black Creek and a recreational hotspot for visitors to enjoy. Its construction and continued operation highlight the importance of proper regulatory oversight and risk assessment in ensuring the safety and sustainability of such water infrastructure projects.
Year Completed |
2014 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
BLACK CREEK |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.03 |
Nid Storage |
120.9 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
36 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
190cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
502cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
54cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
96cfs |
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.
Kuhn #1 Dam