Ms05879 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lee Pond Dam Ms05880 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms05879 Lake Dam, located in Lauderdale, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, classified as an earth dam with buttress core types, stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet. With a surface area of 5 acres, this dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities and water sports in the area. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
While the dam has not been rated for its current condition, it is designated as having a moderate risk level. However, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, which raises concerns about emergency preparedness in the event of a hazard. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has no associated locks or outlet gates. Although the dam's risk level is considered moderate, there is a need for further risk assessment and the development of a comprehensive Emergency Action Plan to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
Dam Height |
20 |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
301cfs |
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
16cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
89cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
546cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
202cfs |
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.
Ms05879 Lake Dam