Ms05621 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Cleveland Dam Ms05751 Lake Dam
Last Updated: March 9, 2026
Ms05621 Lake Dam in Newton, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Summary
The dam, with a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes. It is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is rated as having a moderate risk level, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and management.
Located within the Vicksburg District, Ms05621 Lake Dam provides a surface area of 7 acres for recreational activities. Although its condition assessment is not rated, the dam has not undergone any recent modifications or inspections. With no emergency action plan in place and limited risk management measures identified, there may be room for improvement in terms of preparedness and response protocols. Overall, for water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ms05621 Lake Dam presents an interesting case study of a small but significant structure in Mississippi's water management landscape.
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15-Day Weather Outlook
Dam Height |
19 |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chunky River Nr Chunky
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1290cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
414cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
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2260cfs |
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
52cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
1680cfs |
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.
Ms05621 Lake Dam