Ms05899 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05900 Lake Dam Wb Boutwell Pond
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Ms05899 Lake Dam in Lauderdale, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily built for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This dam, with a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 171 acre-feet, is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated.
Located within the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Ms05899 Lake Dam does not have any associated structures or outlet gates. The spillway type is uncontrolled, indicating a potential risk factor in case of high water levels. While the dam has not been inspected recently, it is important for the regulatory agency to conduct regular inspections to ensure the safety and structural integrity of the dam for both recreational purposes and potential flood control.
With the dam being a focal point for recreation in the area, it is crucial for the private owners and regulatory agencies to work together to assess and manage any potential risks associated with the structure. As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like Ms05899 Lake Dam becomes even more critical in safeguarding the surrounding community and environment from potential hazards.
Dam Height |
19 |
Surface Area |
14 |
Nid Storage |
171 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Ms05899 Lake Dam