Ms05295 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mccarty Holman Dam Ms05430 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Ms05295 Lake Dam in Rankin, Mississippi is a privately owned dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, primarily serving recreational purposes. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a surface area of 6 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 60 acre-feet.
Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the condition of Ms05295 Lake Dam is currently not rated. The dam has not been inspected recently, and emergency action plans are not prepared or updated. The dam does not have associated structures or outlet gates, and there have been no modifications since its completion. With its unique design and location, water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Ms05295 Lake Dam to be an intriguing case study in dam management and regulatory oversight in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
16 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Strong River At D`Lo
|
123cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
359cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1090cfs |
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
1450cfs |
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.
Ms05295 Lake Dam