Ms05887 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Kempdale Lake Dam Ms05888 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Ms05887 Lake Dam in Lauderdale, Mississippi is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam, primarily used for recreation, is an earth-type dam with a buttress core design and a height of 8 feet. It provides a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 32 acre-feet and a surface area of 11 acres.
Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk rating, the condition of the dam is currently not rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and does not have locks or associated structures. While the last inspection date, condition assessment, and emergency action plan details are not available, the dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure public safety and environmental protection. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Ms05887 Lake Dam an intriguing case study for understanding dam management and risk assessment in the context of recreational water bodies.
Dam Height |
8 |
Surface Area |
11 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
12cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
245cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
77cfs |
Bodka Creek Near Geiger
|
15cfs |
Sucarnoochee River At Livingston Al
|
374cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
549cfs |
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.
Ms05887 Lake Dam