Ms05073 Lake Dam dam
Ms05073 Lake Dam
Ms05073 Lake Dam in Simpson, Mississippi, stands as a vital water resource for the community, primarily serving recreational purposes. This earth dam, with a height of 40 feet and a storage capacity of 297 acre-feet, offers a serene 12-acre surface area for outdoor activities. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and low hazard potential, the dam is subject to state regulation and inspection by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality to ensure its safety and compliance with standards.
Located within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Ms05073 Lake Dam has withstood the test of time, although its exact completion date remains unknown. With a moderate risk assessment rating and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," the dam's operational status and emergency preparedness warrant further evaluation. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently undetermined, stakeholders and enthusiasts in water resource management and climate resilience should monitor developments related to this crucial infrastructure.
As climate change intensifies and water resource management becomes increasingly critical, Ms05073 Lake Dam serves as a vital asset for recreational purposes in Simpson, Mississippi. The dam's structural integrity, storage capacity, and risk management protocols are essential considerations for ensuring the safety and sustainability of this water resource in the face of evolving environmental challenges. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to advocate for resilient infrastructure and sustainable practices, Ms05073 Lake Dam stands as a focal point for ongoing monitoring and stewardship efforts to safeguard its longevity and benefit to the community.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Ms05073 Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Strong River At D`Lo | 129 cfs | → |
| Pearl River Nr Rockport | 5,700 cfs | → |
| Pearl River At Jackson | 2,430 cfs | → |
| Lynch Creek At Jackson | 207 cfs | → |
| Leaf River Nr Collins | 488 cfs | → |
| Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson | 203 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ms05073 Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Spillway Road Rankin County
- East River Road Rankin County
- West River Road Jackson
- Fannin Landing Circle Rankin County
Track Ms05073 Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Ms05073 Lake Dam
Where does the data for Ms05073 Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Ms05073 Lake Dam.