Arkabutla Dam
Mississippi — DeSoto County — COLDWATER RIVER
Location
| State | Mississippi |
| County | DeSoto |
| River | COLDWATER RIVER |
| Coordinates | 34.75921, -90.12375 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 92 ft |
| Dam Height | 85 ft |
| Dam Length | 10,700 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,383,800 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,383,800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5,100 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 9, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1943 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Vicksburg District |
| Other Name | Arkabutla Lake |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.