Ms05318 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05315 Lake Dam Ms05317 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Ms05318 Lake Dam, located in Rankin, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Standing at a height of 17 feet and offering a storage capacity of 99 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for the surrounding area.
Although the dam's condition is currently not rated, it undergoes regular inspections and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols. With an uncontrolled spillway type and a surface area of 9 acres, the dam contributes to the overall water management in the region. Its risk management measures are in place to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure, making it an essential component for both water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in the area.
Overall, Ms05318 Lake Dam stands as a vital piece of infrastructure for the community, offering both recreational opportunities and water storage capacity. As a privately owned facility with state regulation and oversight, the dam plays a significant role in water resource management in Mississippi. Its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment highlight the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the surrounding area.
Dam Height |
17 |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
99 |
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.
Ms05318 Lake Dam