Ms04726 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lindley Lake Dam Ms04733 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms04726 Lake Dam in Noxubee, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet, making it a relatively small structure with low hazard potential. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is not rated for its condition assessment.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam has not been assigned a Dam Safety Action Classification (DSAC) and lacks emergency action plans and inundation maps. The risk management measures and overall risk assessment for the dam remain unspecified.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ms04726 Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam safety and risk management. Its modest size and recreational purpose highlight the importance of maintaining even smaller dams to prevent potential hazards and ensure the safety of surrounding communities. The dam's current lack of detailed assessments and emergency plans underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and proactive measures to address any potential risks associated with its operation.
Dam Height |
16 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Noxubee River At Macon
|
146cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
7340cfs |
Noxubee River Nr Geiger
|
188cfs |
Bodka Creek Near Geiger
|
15cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
5060cfs |
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.
Ms04726 Lake Dam