Ms05387 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Ms05387 Lake Dam in Clarke, Mississippi, is a private dam primarily used for recreation, with a storage capacity of 167 acre-feet.


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Summary

The earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a low hazard potential, as assessed by authorities. Located in the Mobile District under the jurisdiction of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam has state-mandated inspection, enforcement, and permitting requirements in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.

Although the dam's condition has not been officially rated, its moderate risk assessment indicates a level 3 risk, prompting the need for risk management measures. While the dam does not have associated structures or lock systems, it features an uncontrolled spillway type for managing water flow. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the area, offering a surface area of 9 acres for various water-based activities. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the role of Ms05387 Lake Dam in providing recreational opportunities while also being mindful of its risk management considerations.

Dam Height

28

Surface Area

9

Nid Storage

167

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

28
       
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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.