Ms05117 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ms05117 Lake Dam in DeSoto, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

With a height of 22 feet and a storage capacity of 555 acre-feet, the dam creates a surface area of 38 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.

Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with environmental standards. Located in the Memphis District, the dam serves as a popular recreational spot for locals and visitors alike. With its picturesque setting and ample storage capacity, Ms05117 Lake Dam provides a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of nature while engaging in outdoor activities.

Dam Height

22

Surface Area

38

Nid Storage

555

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

22
       
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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. 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

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, 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.