Morgan Lake Number 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05689 Lake Dam Morgan Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Morgan Lake Number 2 Dam in Mississippi is a privately-owned structure primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. Located in Marshall County, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring compliance with state standards for inspection, enforcement, and permitting.
Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, possibly due to its uncontrolled spillway type. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain undisclosed. The dam's location and design suggest a focus on providing recreational opportunities, offering a serene water source for local residents and visitors to enjoy.
Overall, Morgan Lake Number 2 Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a blend of private ownership, state regulation, and recreational emphasis, this structure serves as a unique intersection of human engineering and environmental stewardship in the Mississippi landscape. Further exploration of its risk management strategies and emergency preparedness could shed light on the challenges and opportunities associated with maintaining and utilizing dams for recreational purposes in the region.
Dam Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
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.
Morgan Lake Number 2 Dam