Clarks Lake Ms00293 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06329 Lake Dam Penn Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Clarks Lake Ms00293 Dam, located in Lincoln, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 35 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes. The dam has a storage capacity of 2096 acre-feet, with a surface area of 101 acres and a drainage area of 0.43 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam carries a moderate risk rating of 3. While the condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," the dam is subject to state inspection, permitting, and enforcement. The spillway is uncontrolled, and the dam does not have any associated locks or gates. Although the exact year of completion is not specified, the dam continues to provide recreational benefits for the local community and visitors alike.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of dams will find Clarks Lake Ms00293 Dam to be an intriguing case study. With its unique design features and regulatory oversight, this dam serves as an essential structure for water storage and recreational activities in the region. Understanding the risk assessment and emergency preparedness measures associated with this dam can provide valuable insights into the broader challenges of managing water resources in a changing climate.
Dam Height |
35 |
Surface Area |
101 |
Drainage Area |
0.43 |
Nid Storage |
2096 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
2030cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
994cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
168cfs |
Bogue Chitto Nr Tylertown
|
578cfs |
Pearl River Nr Columbia
|
2920cfs |
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.
Clarks Lake Ms00293 Dam