Mcgee Lake Dam

UNT OF FOURTEEN MILE CREEK· Hinds, Mississippi· Earth· 19 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mcgee Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	19 ft (taller than 56.6% in MS)
Dam Length	1,260 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	137 acre-ft
Normal Storage	101 acre-ft

Surface Area	12 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
NID ID	MS03093

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: January 27, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

CASTLE AT RAYMOND, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcgee Lake Dam?

Mcgee Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Mcgee Lake Dam?

Mcgee Lake Dam is owned by CASTLE AT RAYMOND, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mcgee Lake Dam?

Mcgee 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 Mcgee Lake Dam?

Mcgee Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Mcgee Lake Dam last inspected?

Mcgee Lake Dam was last inspected on January 27, 2023. 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.