Ms04462 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Ms04462 Lake Dam is a privately owned structure located in Yazoo, Mississippi, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 19 feet and has a storage capacity of 159.9 acre-feet, providing ample water resources for recreational activities in the area. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and has a surface area of 12.1 acres, offering a picturesque landscape for visitors to enjoy.
Despite its recreational benefits, the dam poses a high hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. With its location in a region vulnerable to climate change impacts, such as increased flooding events, it is crucial for the dam owners to prioritize safety measures and emergency preparedness to mitigate any potential risks to the surrounding community.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor the maintenance and management of dams like Ms04462 Lake Dam to ensure the safety and sustainability of these critical infrastructure pieces. By staying informed about regulatory oversight, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness efforts, enthusiasts can contribute to the preservation of water resources and the protection of communities that rely on these structures for recreation and water supply purposes.
Dam Height |
19 |
Surface Area |
12.1 |
Nid Storage |
159.9 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
392cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
520cfs |
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.
Ms04462 Lake Dam