Ms05492 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ms05492 Lake Dam in Forrest, Mississippi, is a privately owned dam managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.


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Summary

With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 13 feet and has a storage capacity of 74 acre-feet. The dam, located at a latitude of 31.37623 and longitude of -89.15875, has a surface area of 9 acres and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway.

Although the hazard potential of the dam is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, it is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. While no specific information on the dam's year of completion or last inspection date is provided, it is clear that the dam plays a significant role in providing recreational opportunities in the area.

As a vital infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience, understanding the maintenance and safety protocols of the Ms05492 Lake Dam is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam's moderate risk assessment underscores the importance of regular inspection and maintenance to ensure its long-term functionality and safety for the surrounding community and environment.

Dam Height

13

Surface Area

9

Nid Storage

74

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

13
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.