Ms05068 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05069 Lake Dam Wil-Ken Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Ms05068 Lake Dam, located in Simpson, Mississippi, is a private dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 29 feet, this earth dam with buttress core type has a storage capacity of 104 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 87 acre-feet. The dam spans across a surface area of 6 acres and has an uncontrolled spillway type.
The dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined, and its condition has not been rated. Despite this, the risk assessment for Ms05068 Lake Dam is moderate, with a DSAC assigned date still pending. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement all conducted at the state level.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ms05068 Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam management and risk assessment. With its private ownership and recreational purpose, this dam serves as a vital resource for the surrounding community. As regulatory agencies continue to monitor and assess the dam's condition, it highlights the importance of maintaining and managing these structures to ensure public safety and water resource sustainability in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Height |
29 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
104 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Strong River At D`Lo
|
179cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1310cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
1010cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
306cfs |
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.
Ms05068 Lake Dam