Ms04321 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04322 Lake Dam Tip Ray Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Ms04321 Lake Dam, located in Madison, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This Earth dam, with a height of 18 feet and a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet, primarily serves recreational purposes. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not having a designated dam type, the structure is classified as a Buttress core type. With a surface area of 12 acres and a normal storage capacity of 105 acre-feet, the dam provides essential water resources for the local community. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam's risk management measures are deemed moderate, indicating a level of preparedness for potential emergencies.
Although lacking specific details on completion date and inspection frequency, Ms04321 Lake Dam remains a crucial component of the local water infrastructure in Mississippi. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, understanding the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures is vital for ensuring their continued safety and functionality in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Height |
18 |
Surface Area |
12 |
Nid Storage |
135 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
86cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
624cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
514cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
270cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
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.
Ms04321 Lake Dam