Wildlands Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06916 Lake Dam Ms06915 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Wildlands Lake Dam, located in Attala, Mississippi, was completed in 2011 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an Earth type with a buttress core, standing at a height of 18 feet and a length of 1500 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 241.2 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 23.4 acres, with a drainage area of 0.12 square miles.
Managed by a private entity, Wildlands Lake Dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified with a moderate risk rating of 3, prompting the need for risk management measures. The dam's condition is currently not rated, indicating a need for further assessment and potentially the development of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) to address any safety concerns.
Wildlands Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy recreational activities, while also highlighting the importance of proper dam management and risk assessment in safeguarding water resources and the surrounding environment. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find interest in the unique features and regulatory aspects of this dam, underscoring the critical role of infrastructure in balancing human needs with environmental conservation.
Year Completed |
2011 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
18 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
241.2 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
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 At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
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.
Wildlands Lake Dam