Sansing Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Sansing Lake Dam, located in Mississippi's Amite County, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. With a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 600 acre-feet, Sansing Lake Dam features an earth core with buttress construction.
Although the dam does not have a designated year of completion or inspection date, it is categorized as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The spillway type is uncontrolled, indicating a reliance on natural overflow mechanisms. Despite its lack of specific details on inspections and maintenance, the dam's risk management measures are unspecified, suggesting a potential area for improvement in ensuring the safety and security of the structure and surrounding areas.
Sansing Lake Dam's presence adds to the recreational landscape of the region, providing opportunities for leisure activities in a scenic environment. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the dam's role in creating a reservoir that supports local ecosystems and offers a space for outdoor enjoyment. As a privately owned and state-regulated structure, Sansing Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human intervention and natural processes in managing water resources for both practical and recreational purposes.
Dam Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
600 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Homochitto River At Rosetta
|
2130cfs |
Amite River Near Darlington
|
267cfs |
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
257cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
168cfs |
Tickfaw River At Liverpool
|
44cfs |
Tangipahoa River At Osyka
|
478cfs |
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.
Sansing Lake Dam