Hines Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hines Lake Dam, located in Tower, Benton, Mississippi, was completed in 1971 and is primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Managed by a private owner, the dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. It is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and is built on a soil foundation. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it is equipped with uncontrolled outlet gates.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, Hines Lake Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. The risk assessment for the dam is categorized as moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. While the dam's condition has not been rated, it meets state permitting and inspection requirements. The dam is situated on the TR- Porters Creek river stream and falls under the jurisdiction of the Memphis District.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hines Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the management and regulation of a recreational water structure in Mississippi. With its design by USDA NRCS and oversight by state authorities, the dam serves as a vital component for local water management and flood control. The dam's moderate risk level underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental protection in the region.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR- PORTERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
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 |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
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.
Hines Lake Dam