Ms05819 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05820 Lake Dam Sardis Lagoon Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Ms05819 Lake Dam in Panola, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 22 feet and with a storage capacity of 111 acre-feet, the dam provides a serene 8-acre surface area for water enthusiasts to enjoy. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that it meets state inspection, enforcement, and permitting requirements.
Located within the Memphis District, Ms05819 Lake Dam is categorized as a low-risk structure with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it is designed with an uncontrolled spillway type and buttress core types for added stability. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently not available, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding area and water resources. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ms05819 Lake Dam presents a fascinating case study in private dam ownership and regulation within the state of Mississippi.
Dam Height |
22 |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
111 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Ms05819 Lake Dam