Ms04043 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04041 Lake Dam Dan Oneal Lake
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms04043 Lake Dam in Harrison, Mississippi is a private dam primarily used for recreation, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
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Summary
The dam, constructed with an earth core and buttress, stands at a height of 11 feet and has a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and inspection details remain undisclosed.
Located within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam is owned by a private entity and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. While the dam serves a recreational purpose, its operational and emergency preparedness details, such as the existence of an Emergency Action Plan and updated contact information, are not provided. The dam's risk management measures remain unspecified, leaving room for potential improvements in safety protocols and monitoring.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Ms04043 Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam management and safety assessment. With its limited information on inspections, condition ratings, and emergency response preparedness, this dam highlights the importance of transparent and thorough documentation in ensuring the safety and resilience of water infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions. As stakeholders continue to address the challenges posed by climate change, understanding and improving the risk management strategies of dams like Ms04043 Lake Dam will be essential for safeguarding communities and ecosystems.
Dam Height |
11 |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Biloxi River At Wortham
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743cfs |
Wolf River Nr Landon
|
1300cfs |
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
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317cfs |
Red Creek At Vestry
|
505cfs |
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
641cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
235cfs |
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.
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Big Biloxi Rec Area
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Big Biloxi Recreation Area
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Airey Lake
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Ms04043 Lake Dam