Ms05481 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Ms05481 Lake Dam in Hinds, Mississippi, serves as a vital structure for recreation purposes, providing a surface area of 5 acres and a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 19 feet and boasts an uncontrolled spillway. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition remains unrated, indicating a need for further evaluation.
Managed by a private owner and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam undergoes state-permitted inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. Located in the Vicksburg District, the dam offers a serene setting for outdoor activities while also posing a moderate risk that requires ongoing monitoring and management. Although the dam's last inspection date and condition assessment are not publicly available, its role in providing recreational opportunities underscores the importance of maintaining its structural integrity.
With a primary purpose of recreation, Ms05481 Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the need for sustainable infrastructure like this dam becomes increasingly apparent. By prioritizing safety measures, regular inspections, and risk assessments, stakeholders can ensure that this dam remains a safe and enjoyable destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
19 |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
1010cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
437cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
322cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
267000cfs |
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.
Ms05481 Lake Dam