Huffman Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Huffman Lake Dam, located in Benton, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 28 feet and a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet, serves as a low hazard potential facility with a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that it undergoes regular inspections and maintenance to meet safety standards.
Although the dam's condition is currently not rated, its risk management measures are in place to address any potential issues that may arise. Despite being an uncontrolled spillway type, Huffman Lake Dam poses minimal risk to surrounding areas due to its low hazard potential. With its location in a scenic environment, water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the recreational opportunities offered by the dam while also being reassured of its safety and regulatory oversight.
Dam Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
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.
Huffman Lake Dam