Ms04394 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms04394 Lake Dam in Panola, Mississippi is a privately owned dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
Standing at 23 feet high, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 382 acre-feet and a surface area of 24 acres. Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition is currently not rated.
Located within the Vicksburg District, the dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is not associated with any locks or other structures. While the dam has not been inspected recently and lacks an emergency action plan, it remains under state jurisdiction with permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols in place. As a focal point for recreation in the area, Ms04394 Lake Dam plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
23 |
Surface Area |
24 |
Nid Storage |
382 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
68cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
2960cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
98cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
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.
Ms04394 Lake Dam
County Road 553 Yalobusha County