Ms04345 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms04345 Lake Dam, located in Pontotoc, Mississippi, is a privately-owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 12 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 43 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition has not been rated, and it lacks important emergency preparedness measures such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is classified as a buttress dam type. Although it does not have associated structures or a designated year of completion, it serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community. With a risk level of moderate, stakeholders may consider implementing risk management measures to improve the safety and resilience of this important water resource in the region.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of maintaining and assessing dams like Ms04345 Lake Dam becomes increasingly critical. With its unique design and purpose, this dam represents a valuable asset for recreation and water storage in the area. However, with the absence of certain safety measures and a lack of condition assessment, there is a need for proactive management and monitoring to ensure the long-term sustainability and safety of this essential water infrastructure in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
12 |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Ms04345 Lake Dam