Ms03974 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms03974 Lake Dam, located in Pearl River, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 367 acre-feet. The dam, classified as a buttress type, spans across a surface area of 28 acres and features an uncontrolled spillway.
Despite being designated as "undetermined" in terms of hazard potential and "not rated" in condition assessment, the risk assessment for Ms03974 Lake Dam indicates a moderate risk level. The dam has not undergone recent inspections or had an Emergency Action Plan prepared, making its current safety measures uncertain. However, with proper risk management measures in place, the potential for any adverse impacts from the dam can be mitigated.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and assess the condition of dams like Ms03974 Lake Dam to ensure public safety and environmental protection. By staying informed about the risk factors associated with this structure and advocating for necessary maintenance and emergency preparedness, we can help safeguard this recreational resource and its surrounding community from potential risks and hazards.
Dam Height |
20 |
Surface Area |
28 |
Nid Storage |
367 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
|
4900cfs |
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
456cfs |
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
|
380cfs |
Bogue Chitto River Near Bush
|
2090cfs |
Pearl River Nr Columbia
|
3400cfs |
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
612cfs |
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.
Ms03974 Lake Dam