Ms05405 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms05405 Lake Dam in Lamar, Mississippi, is a private dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
With a height of 21 feet and a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, this earth dam primarily serves recreational purposes. While the dam is classified as low hazard potential, it has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 due to its uncontrolled spillway type.
Located in the Vicksburg District, Ms05405 Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and does not have an Emergency Action Plan prepared. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam has not undergone recent inspection or maintenance, raising concerns about its long-term stability and safety. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is important to monitor the condition of this dam and advocate for proper maintenance and emergency preparedness measures to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the integrity of the water resource infrastructure.
Dam Height |
21 |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
481cfs |
Pearl River Nr Columbia
|
3400cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
354cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1920cfs |
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
612cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
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.
Ms05405 Lake Dam