Ms04803 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04801 Lake Dam Bernard Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms04803 Lake Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at 20 feet high and serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a moderate risk level, emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures.
Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With uncontrolled spillways and no associated locks or outlets, the dam presents a manageable risk in terms of potential hazards. While the emergency action plan status and risk assessment require further attention, the dam's location within the Vicksburg District and its moderate risk level highlight the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to safeguard both the structure and the surrounding environment.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ms04803 Lake Dam offers a unique case study in the management of recreational water structures. Its presence in Mississippi's landscape underscores the critical role of state regulatory agencies in overseeing dam safety and compliance. By balancing the recreational benefits of the dam with the imperative of risk management, stakeholders can work towards ensuring the long-term sustainability and resilience of this vital water resource in Hinds County.
Dam Height |
20 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
631cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
325000cfs |
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
611cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
502cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
1180cfs |
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.
Ms04803 Lake Dam