Ms04518 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04519 Lake Dam Ms04522 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Ms04518 Lake Dam in Yazoo, Mississippi is a privately owned structure managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 22 feet and has a storage capacity of 79 acre-feet. While primarily used for recreation, the dam also serves as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Located in the Vicksburg District, this dam features an uncontrolled spillway and covers a surface area of 6 acres. Although not currently rated for condition assessment, the dam's low hazard potential suggests a relatively stable structure. Despite its modest size, the dam provides essential water resource management and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors in the area.
Overall, Ms04518 Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the intersection of water resource management and recreational activities. With proper regulatory oversight and maintenance, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of balancing human needs with environmental stewardship in the face of climate change challenges. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role of dams like Ms04518 in sustainable water management is crucial for ensuring a resilient future for our communities.
Dam Height |
22 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
79 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
514cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
176cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
86cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
624cfs |
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.
Ms04518 Lake Dam