Burton Lake Dam No. 2 dam
Burton Lake Dam No. 2
Burton Lake Dam No. 2, located in Tishomingo, Mississippi, along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, is an earth dam completed in 2017 with a height of 18 feet and a length of 936 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and serves a vital role in regulating water levels in the area. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway width and other specific details are not provided, suggesting a need for further exploration by water resource enthusiasts.
This dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment, indicating a moderate risk level. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, which may pose challenges in case of emergencies. However, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and is inspected every 5 years. With its location in a scenic area and its important function in water management, Burton Lake Dam No. 2 presents an intriguing case study for climate and water resource enthusiasts interested in the intersection of infrastructure and environmental preservation.
For those fascinated by the dynamics of water resource management and the impact of climate change on infrastructure, Burton Lake Dam No. 2 offers a compelling subject for further investigation. The dam's construction, storage capacity, and risk assessment provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced in maintaining water infrastructure in a changing climate. Moreover, the dam's location within the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway adds an additional layer of complexity, highlighting the interconnected nature of water systems and the need for comprehensive strategies to ensure water security in the face of evolving environmental conditions.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Burton Lake Dam No. 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Red Bud Creek Nr Moores Mill | 15 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek Near Red Bay | 213 cfs | → |
| Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown | 528 cfs | → |
| Cummings Creek Nr Fulton | 13 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek At Bishop | 4,330 cfs | → |
| Tombigbee River Nr Fulton | 834 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Burton Lake Dam No. 2.
Boat launches
- Tishomingo County
- West Levee Service Road Itawamba County
- County Road 90 Franklin County
- County Road 88 Franklin County
- Elliott Branch
Campgrounds
- Piney Grove Campground
- Williams Hollow Campground
- Natchez Trace Np - Tupelo Bicycle Cg
- Tupelo Bicycle Only Campground
- Colbert Ferry Bicycle Only Campground
Fishing spots
Track Burton Lake Dam No. 2 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Burton Lake Dam No. 2
Where does the data for Burton Lake Dam No. 2 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Burton Lake Dam No. 2.