Shellie Parker Lake Dam dam
Shellie Parker Lake Dam
Shellie Parker Lake Dam, located in Soso, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation. Constructed in 1978 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is considered to have a low hazard potential.
The dam, which impounds TR-ETTEHOMO CREEK, features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. While its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the risk assessment is moderate. The dam's design includes a buttress core and soil foundation, reflecting a sturdy construction that has stood the test of time. With its recreational focus and moderate risk level, Shellie Parker Lake Dam serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in Mississippi.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Shellie Parker Lake Dam an intriguing case study in dam safety and regulatory oversight. As part of the larger Vicksburg District, this privately-owned structure highlights the collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies to ensure the safety and functionality of water infrastructure. With its scenic location and low hazard potential, the dam offers a valuable opportunity for visitors to enjoy recreational activities while also showcasing the importance of responsible dam maintenance and risk management in the face of changing climate 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 Shellie Parker Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tallahala Creek At Waldrup | 117 cfs | → |
| Leaf River Nr Collins | 488 cfs | → |
| Tallahala Creek At Laurel | 17 cfs | → |
| Okatoma Creek At Sanford | 287 cfs | → |
| Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg | 340 cfs | → |
| Bogue Homo Nr Richton | 556 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Shellie Parker Lake Dam.
Track Shellie Parker Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Shellie Parker Lake Dam
Where does the data for Shellie Parker Lake Dam 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 Shellie Parker Lake Dam.