Ms05823 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Ms05823 Lake Dam in Panola, Mississippi, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation, with a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet and a surface area of 5 acres.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 16 feet and is classified as an uncontrolled spillway type. Despite being undetermined, the hazard potential of the dam is considered moderate and it has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Located within the Memphis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam provides recreational opportunities for visitors in the surrounding area. With a risk assessment rating of 3 (moderate), there is a need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the dam.
As an important water resource structure in the region, Ms05823 Lake Dam serves as a focal point for outdoor activities and leisure. With its unique design features and moderate risk level, the dam presents an opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and study the intersection of human infrastructure with natural systems in a dynamic and evolving environment.
Dam Height |
16 |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Ms05823 Lake Dam