Ms05783 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05780 Lake Dam Ms05784 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Ms05783 Lake Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 14 feet, provides a storage capacity of 196 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 20 acres. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, indicating a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the risk management measures are not specified. Despite the lack of detailed information on the dam's maintenance and emergency preparedness, its relatively low hazard potential suggests a manageable risk profile for the surrounding area. The dam's location within the Vicksburg District and its proximity to the city of 32 make it an important water resource for the region.
Overall, Ms05783 Lake Dam serves as a vital water storage and recreation facility in Mississippi, providing both aesthetic value and practical benefits to the local community. With proper oversight and management, this dam continues to play a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area. Understanding its design, purpose, and risk profile is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to appreciate the significance of this infrastructure.
Dam Height |
14 |
Surface Area |
20 |
Nid Storage |
196 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
623cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
474cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
446cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
299000cfs |
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.
Ms05783 Lake Dam