Ms04325 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Ms04325 Lake Dam in Madison, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure regulated by the MS Department of Environmental Quality.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level.

Located in the Vicksburg District, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and lacks emergency action plans and inundation maps. However, it is inspected, permitted, and regulated by the state authorities, ensuring its safety and compliance with environmental standards. With a risk management plan in place, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities while mitigating potential risks to the surrounding area.

Although the structure has not been modified or updated in recent years, its moderate risk level suggests the need for continued monitoring and maintenance. With a surface area of 7 acres and a normal storage capacity of 63 acre-feet, Ms04325 Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of this dam in balancing recreational activities with safety and environmental considerations.

Dam Height

15

Surface Area

7

Nid Storage

69

Hazard Potential

Low

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.