Ms05020 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms05020 Lake Dam in Lowndes, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a storage capacity of 134 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 95 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is categorized as having a low hazard potential.
Located in the Mobile District, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement processes to ensure its structural integrity and safety standards are maintained. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its risk assessment is moderate.
Although the dam does not have a designated dam type, its core structure is identified as a buttress. The surrounding surface area of 11 acres provides ample space for recreational activities, making it a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor adventures in the heart of Mississippi.
Dam Height |
18 |
Surface Area |
11 |
Nid Storage |
134 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
563cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
7340cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
5060cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
146cfs |
Buttahatchee River Nr Aberdeen
|
657cfs |
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.
Ms05020 Lake Dam