Ms05864 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05865 Lake Dam Ms06826 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms05864 Lake Dam in Newton, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
With a dam height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet, this dam provides a surface area of 8 acres for recreational activities. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam is regularly inspected, permitted, and enforced by state authorities. The spillway type is uncontrolled, indicating a potential risk for uncontrolled water discharge during high water events. Located in the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Ms05864 Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for the local community for recreation and water storage purposes. With its picturesque setting and essential role in water management, this dam is a noteworthy feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Dam Height |
15 |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
401cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
277cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
202cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
532cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
96cfs |
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.
Ms05864 Lake Dam