Ms05083 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04255 Lake Dam Wren Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms05083 Lake Dam in Marshall, Mississippi, is a privately owned dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam, primarily used for recreation, is an earth dam with a buttress core type standing at 13 feet in height. With a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres, this dam poses a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Located within the Vicksburg District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam is classified as having a moderate risk level with a risk assessment of 3. Although there are no associated structures or locks, the dam has an uncontrolled spillway type. Despite not having a designated completion year or inspection frequency, the dam meets state regulations and is subject to routine inspections, enforcement, and permitting by state agencies.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the area may find Ms05083 Lake Dam an interesting site for recreational activities while also being a subject of interest for its regulatory oversight and risk assessment. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk level, the dam serves as a focal point for understanding the importance of proper dam maintenance and management in ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
Dam Height |
13 |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Ms05083 Lake Dam