Holmes Lake Dam

UNT OF TALLAHALA CREEK· Hinds, Mississippi· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Holmes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage165 acre-ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Modified2020
NID IDMS01794

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 17, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

CURTIS AND TINA STUTTS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Holmes Lake Dam?

Holmes Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Holmes Lake Dam?

Holmes Lake Dam is owned by CURTIS AND TINA STUTTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Holmes Lake Dam?

Holmes Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Holmes Lake Dam?

Holmes Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Holmes Lake Dam last inspected?

Holmes Lake Dam was last inspected on December 17, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.