Ms04579 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04576 Lake Dam Ms04580 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms04579 Lake Dam, located in Kemper, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 9 feet and a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes. The dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and management measures.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its current condition, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is situated in a picturesque setting with a surface area of 9 acres. While the risk level is moderate, there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, underscoring the need for preparedness in case of any unforeseen events. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Ms04579 Lake Dam an interesting case study in the management of recreational water structures in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
9 |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
9 |
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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.
Ms04579 Lake Dam