Ms04374 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms04374 Lake Dam in Lafayette, Mississippi, is a private dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam with buttress core types stands 25 feet tall and has a storage capacity of 142 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 8 acres for recreational activities. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and is categorized as having low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
Despite not being rated for condition assessment, Ms04374 Lake Dam is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Located within the Vicksburg District, this dam is overseen by private ownership and offers a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities. With its moderate risk level, the dam serves as a vital water resource while maintaining safety protocols to mitigate potential hazards.
Dam Height |
25 |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
142 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
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.
Ms04374 Lake Dam