Ms05776 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Ms05776 Lake Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily built for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 60 acre-feet. The dam is classified as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating a need for cautious monitoring and management.

Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and is not rated for its current condition. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the area, offering a surface area of 8 acres for various water-based activities. While the dam has not undergone recent inspections or condition assessments, its moderate risk level underscores the importance of regular monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.

With its picturesque location and contribution to recreational opportunities, Ms05776 Lake Dam is a notable water resource in Mississippi. As a privately owned structure under state jurisdiction, it highlights the intersection of water management, climate concerns, and public safety. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, keeping a close eye on the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Ms05776 is crucial in safeguarding both the environment and the community's wellbeing.

Dam Height

14

Surface Area

8

Nid Storage

73

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

14
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.