Ms04894 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04896 Lake Dam Ms04898 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms04894 Lake Dam in Clay, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the MS Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 13 feet and provides storage for recreation purposes, with a maximum capacity of 79 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Located in the Mobile District and overseen by the state of Mississippi, Ms04894 Lake Dam offers a surface area of 9 acres and normal storage of 56 acre-feet. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state regulatory agencies. Despite not having an emergency action plan in place, the dam's risk management measures are yet to be determined, indicating a need for further safety protocols to address potential hazards.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ms04894 Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure management. With its emphasis on recreation and moderate risk assessment, this privately owned structure highlights the importance of regulatory oversight and emergency preparedness in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in Mississippi. As efforts continue to assess and address potential risks associated with the dam, its role in the local ecosystem and community remains a focal point for ongoing monitoring and management.
Dam Height |
13 |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
79 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2610cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
121cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
525cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3330cfs |
Buttahatchee River Nr Aberdeen
|
632cfs |
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.
Ms04894 Lake Dam