Ms04918 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04916 Lake Dam Ms04917 Lake Dam
Last Updated: January 24, 2026
Ms04918 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, primarily used for recreation, is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. Standing at a height of 16 feet, it has a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment.
Located within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Ms04918 Lake Dam does not have any associated structures or outlet gates. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam is regularly inspected, permitted, and enforced by state regulatory agencies. With its strategic position in the local water resource system, this dam serves as a valuable asset for both recreational activities and water conservation efforts in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Ms04918 Lake Dam to be an intriguing example of human-made infrastructure at the intersection of nature and engineering.
Dam Height |
16 |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2260cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
1150cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
123cfs |
Buttahatchee River Nr Aberdeen
|
1210cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
6690cfs |
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.
Ms04918 Lake Dam