Ms05268 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Ms05268 Lake Dam, located in Rankin, Mississippi, is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This Earth-type dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 19 feet and has a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet. The dam, with a surface area of 6 acres, is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected regularly to ensure safety and compliance.
Although the hazard potential of the dam is classified as low and its condition is currently not rated, a moderate risk assessment score of 3 has been assigned to it. Despite not having emergency action plans in place and meeting guidelines, the dam is considered to have moderate risk management measures. With a spillway type classified as uncontrolled, the dam poses a moderate risk that requires ongoing monitoring and evaluation to ensure public safety and environmental protection in the area.
Overall, Ms05268 Lake Dam serves as a key recreational resource in the region, but its risk assessment highlights the importance of continued maintenance and monitoring to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the safety of nearby residents and visitors. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find interest in the regulatory oversight, design specifications, and risk management considerations associated with this dam.
Dam Height |
19 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Strong River At D`Lo
|
147cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
446cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1130cfs |
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
1520cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Ms05268 Lake Dam