Ms04079 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04080 Lake Dam Ms04138 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms04079 Lake Dam in Jackson, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 12 feet and with a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, this dam serves as a low hazard structure with a moderate risk assessment. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring state-mandated inspections, enforcement, and permitting processes are in place.
Located within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam features an uncontrolled spillway and covers a surface area of 7 acres. While lacking specific details on construction or completion dates, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans are under evaluation. The surrounding area benefits from the recreational opportunities provided by the dam, making it a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of human-made infrastructure and natural ecosystems.
Dam Height |
12 |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Ms04079 Lake Dam
The Jackson County Route 614 Bridge
To Ends Approximately 2 River Miles From The Southern Terminus Of The Study Area