Lake Center Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05579 Lake Dam Ms05578 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lake Center Dam, located in Marshall, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure regulated and permitted by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam, primarily used for recreation, is an earth dam with a buttress core type and a height of 20 feet, providing a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet. It is situated within the Vicksburg District and has an uncontrolled spillway type, posing an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
Although specific details about the dam's completion year, surface area, and drainage area are not available, Lake Center Dam stands as a significant water resource in the region, offering recreational opportunities for enthusiasts and serving as a vital component of the local ecosystem. Despite its undetermined hazard potential, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness remain essential aspects to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure and surrounding areas. With its picturesque location and potential for outdoor activities, Lake Center Dam continues to be a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Dam Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
88cfs |
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.
Lake Center Dam