Ms05222 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rowsey Dam Ms04407 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 29, 2025
Ms05222 Lake Dam, located in Panola, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam, primarily used for recreation, stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. With a surface area of 6 acres, the dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type.
Although the hazard potential is rated as low, the risk assessment for this dam is moderate. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite the lack of recent inspection and assessment data, the dam remains in operation and serves its purpose for recreational activities in the area.
Located within the Memphis District, the Ms05222 Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore. With its moderate risk level and low hazard potential, the dam provides a unique opportunity to appreciate the intersection of human-made structures with natural landscapes. As climate change continues to impact water resources, monitoring and maintaining dams like Ms05222 will be crucial for sustainable water management in the region.
Dam Height |
17 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Ms05222 Lake Dam
County Road 189 Yalobusha County