Ms05015 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05013 Lake Dam Ms No Name 161 Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms05015 Lake Dam, located in Lowndes, Mississippi, serves as a vital water resource for the region, providing essential storage for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 9 feet, with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 9 acres. While the dam is primarily designed for recreation, it plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem by regulating water levels and supporting aquatic life.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, prompting the need for continued monitoring and management. With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled," the dam is equipped to handle excess water flow, further emphasizing its importance in mitigating flood risks in the area.
As a key structure in the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Ms05015 Lake Dam represents a crucial intersection of water resource management, climate resilience, and recreational activities. Its presence not only enhances the quality of life for local residents but also underscores the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in the face of changing climate patterns. Through ongoing inspections, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness measures, the dam remains a cornerstone of water management efforts in the region.
Dam Height |
9 |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
9 |
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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.
Ms05015 Lake Dam