Ms05684 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05683 Lake Dam Springdale Lakes Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms05684 Lake Dam in Union, Mississippi is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam serves primarily for recreation purposes and is classified as an earth dam with buttress core types. Standing at a height of 23 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 377 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 205 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 3.
Located in the Vicksburg District, Ms05684 Lake Dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and does not have any locks associated with it. The dam has not been assessed for its condition, and emergency action plans have not been prepared or updated. While the risk management measures and inundation maps are also lacking, the dam's risk level is being monitored closely. With a captivating history and potential for improvement in risk assessment and emergency preparedness, Ms05684 Lake Dam is a site of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to understand the complexities of dam management and safety.
Dam Height |
23 |
Surface Area |
23 |
Nid Storage |
377 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
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.
Ms05684 Lake Dam