Ms04346 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms04346 Lake Dam in Lafayette, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the MS Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, classified as a buttress type, stands at a height of 10 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a storage capacity of 409 acre-feet, this dam creates a surface area of 62 acres for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and wildlife observation.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not undergone recent modifications. While no inspection frequency or last inspection date is provided, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified. With an emphasis on recreation, this dam offers a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the natural beauty of Lafayette County, Mississippi.
As a key part of the Vicksburg District, this dam represents a vital component of the local water infrastructure. While it may not be a high-risk structure, its importance for recreational activities highlights the need for regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety and sustainability of the surrounding environment. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the balance between human enjoyment and environmental conservation that Ms04346 Lake Dam embodies in Lafayette, Mississippi.
Dam Height |
10 |
Surface Area |
62 |
Nid Storage |
409 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Ms04346 Lake Dam