Ms04961 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Lowndes, Mississippi, the Ms04961 Lake Dam is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at 24 feet in height, with a storage capacity of 194 acre-feet and a surface area of 12 acres. The dam is categorized as a buttress type with an uncontrolled spillway, making it a popular spot for water enthusiasts seeking outdoor activities.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities. Despite being designated as having an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the condition of the dam is currently not rated. With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, the Ms04961 Lake Dam is a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Although lacking certain details such as the year of completion and last inspection date, the dam remains a vital asset for the community, providing both leisure and potential challenges for water management professionals. The presence of this dam underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources to ensure sustainable use and protection of the surrounding environment.
Dam Height |
24 |
Surface Area |
12 |
Nid Storage |
194 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Ms04961 Lake Dam