Ms04116 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04119 Lake Dam Ms04124 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Ms04116 Lake Dam, located in Hancock, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam, primarily used for recreation, stands at a height of 9 feet and has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet. With a surface area of 13 acres, this earth dam with buttress core type has an uncontrolled spillway and low hazard potential.
Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and there is no information available on its last inspection date or emergency action plan status. However, the dam's risk management measures and inundation maps are not yet prepared, indicating a potential area for improvement in safety protocols. Overall, for water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Ms04116 Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in private dam ownership and regulatory oversight in the state of Mississippi.
Dam Height |
9 |
Surface Area |
13 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
9 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
|
380cfs |
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
456cfs |
Wolf River Nr Landon
|
1010cfs |
Bogue Chitto River Near Bush
|
2090cfs |
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
|
4900cfs |
Biloxi River At Wortham
|
467cfs |
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.
Ms04116 Lake Dam