Ms04253 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04245 Lake Dam Ms04242 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms04253 Lake Dam, located in Pearl River, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam serves the primary purpose of recreation, with a storage capacity of 185 acre-feet and a surface area of 17 acres. Standing at 17 feet in height, the dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and management. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has not been inspected or assessed for condition recently. While the dam may not pose an immediate threat, its risk level suggests that measures should be put in place to ensure its continued safety and functionality for the surrounding community and environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Ms04253 Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in the intersection of recreational infrastructure and environmental stewardship.
Dam Height |
17 |
Surface Area |
17 |
Nid Storage |
185 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
641cfs |
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
|
3740cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
235cfs |
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
663cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
Leaf River Nr New Augusta
|
1590cfs |
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.
Ms04253 Lake Dam