Ms05683 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05684 Lake Dam Springdale Lakes Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms05683 Lake Dam in Union, Mississippi, is a privately-owned recreational dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
Standing at 28 feet tall, this earth dam with a buttress core serves a primary purpose of recreation, offering a storage capacity of 123 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Located within the Vicksburg District, the dam features an uncontrolled spillway and a surface area of 6 acres. Although the dam has not been inspected recently, it is maintained in a moderate risk management category. While the structure has not been modified in recent years and lacks certain data points such as dam length and drainage area, it remains an important water resource for the local community.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, ongoing regulatory oversight ensures the safety and integrity of the dam for recreational users. With a picturesque setting and ample storage capacity, Ms05683 Lake Dam continues to provide a valuable outlet for outdoor enthusiasts in the region while maintaining a moderate risk profile for potential emergencies.
Dam Height |
28 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
123 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
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.
Ms05683 Lake Dam