Pritchard Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Pritchard Lake Dam in Prentiss, Mississippi is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This Earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. While the dam has not been rated for condition assessment, it is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting processes.
Located within the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Pritchard Lake Dam poses an undetermined hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, the dam is designed to provide recreational opportunities for visitors in the area. The dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are currently not specified, suggesting a need for further assessment and preparedness in case of emergencies.
With its picturesque setting and potential for outdoor activities, Pritchard Lake Dam serves as an important water resource for the community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, there is an opportunity to explore the dam's environmental impact, resilience to changing weather patterns, and potential for sustainable water management practices to ensure its long-term viability and safety for both recreational users and the surrounding ecosystem.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Red Bud Creek Nr Moores Mill
|
12cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Bear Creek At Bishop
|
4330cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
43cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
180cfs |
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.
Pritchard Lake Dam