Ms05457 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms05457 Lake Dam, located in Marshall, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 13 feet, provides a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6 acres. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite being classified with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the condition of the dam is currently not rated, highlighting the need for further assessment and potentially the development of an Emergency Action Plan. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has not been modified in recent years. The surrounding area is at a moderate risk of potential hazards, prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and security of the dam and the surrounding community.
Overall, Ms05457 Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in Mississippi, but its maintenance and monitoring are essential to mitigate any potential risks and ensure its long-term stability. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the intricate regulatory processes and risk assessment measures involved in managing and safeguarding this important infrastructure.
Dam Height |
13 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
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.
Ms05457 Lake Dam