Ms05456 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms05456 Lake Dam in Benton, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is recreation, providing a surface area of 8 acres for water activities.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition is currently not rated. However, the risk assessment is moderate, indicating potential issues that may need to be addressed in the future. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and does not have locks or outlet gates, emphasizing its focus on recreational use rather than flood control or irrigation.
While the exact completion date and inspection frequency are not specified, the dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a risk management plan in place and emergency action preparedness yet to be assessed, Ms05456 Lake Dam presents an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of dams for recreational purposes.
Dam Height |
12 |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
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.
Ms05456 Lake Dam