Ms04186 Lake Dam dam
Ms04186 Lake Dam
Ms04186 Lake Dam in Harrison, Mississippi, holds a special place for water resource and climate enthusiasts. This private dam, regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, stands at a height of 7 feet and serves a primary purpose of recreation. With a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and a surface area of 12 acres, this Earth dam with buttress core types offers a tranquil oasis for outdoor activities.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Ms04186 Lake Dam remains a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. The uncontrolled spillway and lack of outlet gates add to the charm of this recreational spot, where the calm waters invite fishing, boating, and leisurely strolls along the shoreline. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's structural integrity and risk management measures ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all who venture to its shores.
For those interested in exploring the intersection of water management and environmental conservation, Ms04186 Lake Dam provides a fascinating case study. With a history shrouded in mystery regarding its completion date and modifications, this dam continues to be a beacon of sustainability and recreational enjoyment in the heart of Mississippi. As climate change impacts water resources worldwide, the importance of responsible dam management and maintenance at locations like Ms04186 Lake Dam becomes increasingly vital for preserving natural habitats and ensuring safe water access for future generations.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Ms04186 Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wolf River Nr Landon | 2,610 cfs | → |
| Biloxi River At Wortham | 682 cfs | → |
| East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar | 879 cfs | → |
| Red Creek At Vestry | 7,210 cfs | → |
| West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill | 1,550 cfs | → |
| Pascagoula River At Graham Ferry | 67,800 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ms04186 Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Menge Avenue Harrison County
- Gulfport Lake Boat Launch
- Merlin Necaise Boat Launch
- Ken Combs Boat Lauch Ramp
- Cowan Road 1489, Gulfport
- West Beach Boulevard Pass Christian
Campgrounds
- Shields Rv Military - Gulfport Ncb
- Big Biloxi Rec Area
- Big Biloxi Recreation Area
- Keesler Afb Military
- Mcleod Water Park
- Airey Lake
Paddle runs
- The Jackson County Route 614 Bridge To Ends Approximately 2 River Miles From The Southern Terminus Of The Study Area
- Begins Approximately 1 River Mile Upstream From The U.S. Highway 98 Bridge To The Jackson County Route 614 Bridge
- The Confluence With Scarsborough Creek To The Confluence With The Escatawpa River
Track Ms04186 Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Ms04186 Lake Dam
Where does the data for Ms04186 Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Ms04186 Lake Dam.