Ms04061 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Ms04061 Lake Dam, located in Pearl River, Mississippi, serves as a vital water resource for the area, with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This private dam, regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet. The dam, primarily made of earth with a buttress core, features an uncontrolled spillway and is categorized as having low hazard potential, with a moderate risk level.

While the dam's condition is currently not rated, and there is limited information on its inspection history, the risk assessment deems it as moderate. It is noteworthy that the dam is not owned or funded by any federal agency, and there are no associated structures or locks. Despite the lack of detailed information on maintenance and emergency preparedness, the dam continues to provide valuable recreational opportunities and water storage for the community. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ms04061 Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in private dam management and the intersection of environmental regulations and recreational benefits.

Dam Height

12

Surface Area

9

Nid Storage

76

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

12
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.