Trailwood Lake Dam

LOTTS CREEK· Forrest, Mississippi· Earth· 29 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Trailwood Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 88.2% in MS)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage237 acre-ft
Normal Storage650 acre-ft
Surface Area77 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge42 cfs
NID IDMS01255

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

TRAILWOOD OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trailwood Lake Dam?

Trailwood Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Trailwood Lake Dam?

Trailwood Lake Dam is owned by TRAILWOOD OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Trailwood Lake Dam?

Trailwood 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 Trailwood Lake Dam?

Trailwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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.

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.