Ms04818 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mccrory Lake Dam Ms04819 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms04818 Lake Dam in Clay, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, providing a storage capacity of 147 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 129 acre-feet. This earth dam with buttress core type stands at a height of 26 feet and covers a surface area of 9 acres.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has been rated with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is subjected to state inspection, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite being privately owned, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are not disclosed, indicating a need for further information on its preparedness and response capabilities.
Located within the Vicksburg District, the Ms04818 Lake Dam presents an intriguing site for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With its recreational purpose and moderate risk assessment, this dam serves as a vital component in the local water management system, emphasizing the importance of regular inspection and maintenance to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.
Dam Height |
26 |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
147 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
121cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3330cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
218cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2610cfs |
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.
Ms04818 Lake Dam