Ms05687 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms05687 Lake Dam is a privately owned structure located in Marshall, Mississippi, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and stands at a height of 19 feet, providing a storage capacity of 127 acre-feet. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it has a surface area of 10 acres, making it a popular spot for outdoor activities.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state agency to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. While the hazard potential and condition assessment are currently undetermined and not rated, the risk assessment categorizes the dam as having a moderate risk level. With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, Ms05687 Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates in the region.
Despite some uncertainties regarding its hazard potential and condition assessment, Ms05687 Lake Dam continues to be a popular destination for recreation in Marshall, Mississippi. With its moderate risk level and state regulation, the dam provides a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors to engage in various water activities. As climate change and water resource management become increasingly important, this dam stands as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and protecting our natural water sources for future generations.
Dam Height |
19 |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
127 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
497cfs |
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.
Ms05687 Lake Dam