Ms04472 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: C D Mize Lake Dam Ms04473 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms04472 Lake Dam, located in Pontotoc, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 17 feet, the dam provides a maximum storage capacity of 57 acre-feet of water, with a normal storage level of 48 acre-feet. While the hazard potential is rated as low, the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and covers a surface area of 5 acres. Despite not having a designated dam type, it is constructed with buttress core types. Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans are crucial for ensuring public safety and environmental protection in case of any unforeseen events.
With its scenic location and recreational value, Ms04472 Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of proper maintenance, risk assessment, and emergency preparedness to safeguard this essential infrastructure and ensure its sustainable use for future generations.
Dam Height |
17 |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Ms04472 Lake Dam