Ms04370 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms04370 Lake Dam, located in Pontotoc, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, with a storage capacity of 146 acre-feet and a surface area of 9 acres. Constructed with an earth core type and buttress foundation, the dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has an uncontrolled spillway.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Ms04370 Lake Dam is currently in a not rated condition assessment status. While the dam has not been inspected or assessed for emergency preparedness measures, it meets state regulatory requirements for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are currently unknown, but its overall risk level is considered moderate.
Despite the lack of specific details on its maintenance and emergency preparedness, Ms04370 Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in privately-owned recreational structures in the Mississippi area. Its design, construction, and regulatory oversight offer valuable insights into the intersection of dam safety, environmental protection, and recreational land use in the region.
Dam Height |
26 |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
146 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
144cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3330cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bigbee
|
970cfs |
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.
Ms04370 Lake Dam