Ms05681 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wicker Lake Dam Taylor Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms05681 Lake Dam, located in Marshall, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This Earth dam features a buttress core type and stands at a height of 15 feet, providing a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. While the structure's condition assessment is currently not rated, its risk management measures are under evaluation. With a surface area of 7 acres, this recreational dam offers opportunities for outdoor activities and water-related enjoyment in the area.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ms05681 Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and management. With its specific design features and regulatory oversight, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of water resources, recreation, and risk assessment in the Mississippi region. Further exploration of this dam's history, modifications, and emergency action planning could provide valuable insights into sustainable water resource management practices.
Dam Height |
15 |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
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.
Ms05681 Lake Dam