Drake Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hester Lake Dam Ms07092 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Drake Lake Dam in Attala, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 18.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 146 acre-feet. The dam, completed by the NRCS, is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and has a low hazard potential, assessed as having a moderate risk level (3).
Located within the Mobile District, Drake Lake Dam offers a surface area of 14.8 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it is regularly inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state regulatory agency. With a picturesque setting and moderate risk level, Drake Lake Dam provides a safe and scenic environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate and explore.
Dam Length |
780 |
Dam Height |
18.5 |
Surface Area |
14.8 |
Nid Storage |
146 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
103cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
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.
Drake Lake Dam