Ms04199 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ms04199 Lake Dam, located in Forrest, Mississippi, is a private dam primarily used for recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 35 feet, the earth dam with buttress core types has a storage capacity of 493 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 21 acres. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk level, indicating the need for ongoing risk management measures. While the condition assessment is currently rated as "Not Rated," there is a focus on ensuring the safety and integrity of the structure. The dam's emergency action plan status, including preparedness and adherence to guidelines, remains unspecified, highlighting the importance of proactive measures in case of potential emergencies.

With its picturesque location and significant role in providing recreational opportunities, Ms04199 Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates. As efforts continue to manage the dam's risks and ensure its safety, the community can appreciate and enjoy the benefits of this structure while also prioritizing environmental conservation and sustainable water management practices.

Dam Height

35

Surface Area

21

Nid Storage

493

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

35
       
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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.