Galverth Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bude Sewage Lagoon Dam Okhissa
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Galverth Lake Dam, located in Mississippi, was completed in 1948 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
Managed by the USDA NRCS, this privately owned Earth dam with a height of 15 feet is situated along the TR- Homochitto River. The dam has a storage capacity of 104 acre-feet and is classified with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it undergoes regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure safety standards are met. With its picturesque location in Franklin County and its contribution to water resource management, Galverth Lake Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for both recreational activities and environmental conservation efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HOMOCHITTO RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
104 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
168cfs |
Homochitto River At Rosetta
|
2130cfs |
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
257cfs |
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
444cfs |
Tickfaw River At Liverpool
|
44cfs |
Amite River Near Darlington
|
267cfs |
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.
Galverth Lake Dam