Lazy C Ranch Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lazy C Ranch Lake Dam in Attala, Mississippi, stands as a vital water resource for local recreation enthusiasts.
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Summary
Owned privately, this dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its compliance with state standards for safety and environmental impact. With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam with buttress core type provides a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, offering ample opportunities for water-based activities in the area.
Although the dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined, its condition assessment is not rated, indicating the need for further evaluation to ensure its structural integrity. Despite this, the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, suggesting a level of caution in its management and maintenance. While the dam lacks specific details on construction year and inspection dates, its presence as a recreation hub in the region highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety of all those who enjoy its waters.
Located within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Lazy C Ranch Lake Dam serves as a valuable asset for the community, offering a serene escape for water and climate enthusiasts alike. With its uncontrolled spillway and storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities while also posing moderate risks that necessitate careful monitoring and management. As the local authorities work towards enhancing the safety and sustainability of this water resource, the Lazy C Ranch Lake Dam remains a symbol of the delicate balance between human enjoyment and environmental preservation in the Mississippi landscape.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
103cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
468cfs |
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.
Lazy C Ranch Lake Dam