Ms04504 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ricky Inmon Lake Dam Shook Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms04504 Lake Dam, located in Nettleton, Mississippi, serves as a vital water resource for the area, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This private dam on UNT OF TOWN CREEK stands at a height of 8 feet and has a length of 400 feet, providing a storage capacity of 37 acre-feet. Despite its significant role in providing water storage and recreational opportunities, the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential and is currently in unsatisfactory condition, as per the latest inspection in March 2021.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this earth dam with a buttress core type features an uncontrolled spillway and is regulated by the state. With a drainage area of 0.06 square miles, the dam poses a moderate risk, prompting the need for enhanced risk management measures. The last Emergency Action Plan (EAP) revision dates back to July 2020, highlighting the importance of updated emergency preparedness to mitigate potential risks associated with the dam's condition and hazard potential.
In light of the dam's critical role in water resource management and recreational activities, stakeholders must prioritize necessary repairs and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of Ms04504 Lake Dam. Enhanced risk assessment, regular inspections, and updated emergency preparedness measures are essential to mitigate potential hazards and safeguard the surrounding community and environment from the repercussions of dam failure.
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF TOWN CREEK |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
37 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
144cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bigbee
|
970cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3330cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
180cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
43cfs |
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.
Ms04504 Lake Dam