Ms05487 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: W Parks Lake Dam T L Harris Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms05487 Lake Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure managed by the state regulatory agency, the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam, primarily used for recreation, is an earth dam with a buttress core type and stands at a height of 18 feet. It has a storage capacity of 59 acre-feet and a surface area of 5 acres, with a spillway type classified as uncontrolled.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is noted as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further evaluation. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with an assigned risk score of 3. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam's location in Newton, Mississippi, adds to its significance in the water resource and climate management landscape.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Ms05487 Lake Dam a notable feature due to its unique design and purpose for recreation. Its state-regulated status and moderate risk assessment highlight the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of the dam for both recreational use and environmental conservation efforts in the region.
Dam Height |
18 |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Ms05487 Lake Dam