Ms04264 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ms04264 Lake Dam, located in DeSoto, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

The earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 129 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 129 acre-feet and a normal storage of 96 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and covers a surface area of 13 acres, providing opportunities for water-based activities in the area.

Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is inspected, permitted, and regulated by the state, ensuring its safety and compliance with environmental standards. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the hazard potential is labeled as undetermined, with a moderate risk level of 3 assigned to the structure. Emergency action plans and risk management measures are yet to be fully implemented, indicating the need for continued monitoring and preparedness for any potential incidents.

Overall, Ms04264 Lake Dam serves as a valuable recreational resource in Mississippi, offering a tranquil retreat for water enthusiasts. With its moderate risk level and state-regulated status, stakeholders and visitors can enjoy the scenic beauty and recreational activities provided by the dam while ensuring its safety and sustainability for future generations.

Dam Height

15

Surface Area

13

Nid Storage

129

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

15
       
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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.