Ms04372 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04373 Lake Dam Ms04382 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms04372 Lake Dam in Lafayette, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam, primarily used for recreation, is an earth dam with a buttress core type and stands at a height of 22 feet, providing a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition remains unrated, highlighting the need for further evaluation and maintenance.
Located in the Vicksburg District, the dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and covers a surface area of 5 acres. While the dam has not been inspected in recent years, it is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement measures. With a normal storage capacity of 53 acre-feet, the dam serves as a vital resource for recreational activities in the area, showcasing the intersection of water resource management and climate considerations.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts monitor the condition and management of dams like Ms04372 Lake Dam, there is a growing emphasis on the importance of assessing risk, implementing emergency action plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. With its moderate risk assessment and low hazard potential, the dam serves as a reminder of the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard surrounding communities and natural habitats.
Dam Height |
22 |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
68cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
2960cfs |
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.
Ms04372 Lake Dam