Ms05258 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ms05258 Lake Dam, located in Clarke, Mississippi, is a private dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.


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Summary

This earth dam has a primary purpose of recreation, with a height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. While the dam has a low hazard potential, it is considered to have a moderate risk level, indicating the need for careful monitoring and management.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and is associated with no other structures. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state authorities, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. With its scenic location and recreational focus, Ms05258 Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource for the community while maintaining a balance between environmental conservation and human enjoyment.

Given its importance for both water management and outdoor activities, Ms05258 Lake Dam stands as a notable example of sustainable infrastructure in Mississippi. With its moderate risk level, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety of both the structure and the surrounding environment. As climate change continues to impact water resources, dams like Ms05258 play a crucial role in providing essential services while adapting to evolving conditions.

Dam Height

16

Surface Area

6

Nid Storage

61

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

16
       
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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.