Ms04230 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Ms04230 Lake Dam in Simpson, Mississippi, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience.
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Summary
This private dam, regulated by the MS Department of Environmental Quality, serves the primary purpose of recreation, providing a vital source of enjoyment for locals and visitors alike. The dam's earth construction with buttress core type stands at 16 feet tall, boasting a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, this dam still faces moderate risk, emphasizing the need for continued monitoring and management. While its condition remains unrated, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unknown. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, it is crucial to keep a close eye on dams like Ms04230 Lake Dam to ensure they remain safe and sustainable for the surrounding community and environment.
Dam Height |
16 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Strong River At D`Lo
|
222cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1670cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
738cfs |
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
1750cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
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.
Ms04230 Lake Dam