Ms05298 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Ms05298 Lake Dam is a private-owned structure located in Rankin, Mississippi, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type and stands at a height of 20 feet, providing a storage capacity of 83 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam's risk management measures are in place to ensure public safety. While the structure has not been modified in recent years and lacks detailed inspection and emergency action preparedness information, its overall risk assessment suggests a moderate level of concern.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ms05298 Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the world of dam infrastructure in Mississippi. With its location providing opportunities for recreation and its relatively low hazard potential, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding the balance between water management and public safety in the state. As a privately owned entity, it underscores the importance of collaboration between private owners and state regulatory agencies to ensure the responsible management of water resources and infrastructure in the region.
Dam Height |
20 |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
83 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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 |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
262cfs |
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.
Ms05298 Lake Dam