Lake Serene Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Serene Dam is a privately owned structure located in Lamar, Mississippi, with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

It is classified as an Earth dam with a buttress core type and stands at a height of 24 feet, providing a storage capacity of 4800 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards.

Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Lake Serene Dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." The dam has not been inspected for some time, with no information available on its maintenance or emergency preparedness measures. However, its picturesque location and recreational opportunities make it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to explore the beauty of Mississippi's waterways.

While the specifics of the dam's construction and history remain unknown, Lake Serene Dam's presence adds to the diverse landscape of water infrastructure in the region. With its tranquil setting and potential for outdoor activities, it serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources to ensure safety and enjoyment for all who visit. For those interested in the intersection of water management and climate resilience, Lake Serene Dam offers a unique glimpse into the complexities and challenges of balancing human recreation with environmental conservation.

Dam Height

24

Nid Storage

4800

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

24
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.