Ms05908 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05909 Lake Dam Ms05912 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Ms05908 Lake Dam, located in Madison, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 29 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 5513 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 264 acres. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has a moderate risk assessment rating.
The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and its hazard potential is currently undetermined. Despite these uncertainties, the dam has a history of regular state inspection, enforcement, and permitting, indicating a commitment to ensuring its safety and functionality. With a risk assessment of moderate (3), the authorities are actively managing the risks associated with the dam to maintain its integrity and protect the surrounding community and environment.
While the dam's construction year and specific purposes are not stated, its presence as a recreational structure highlights the importance of water resources for public enjoyment and environmental conservation. With proper maintenance and monitoring, Ms05908 Lake Dam continues to serve as a valuable asset for the community, blending leisure opportunities with responsible water resource management in the heart of Mississippi.
Dam Height |
29 |
Surface Area |
264 |
Nid Storage |
5513 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
379cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
351cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
484cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
274000cfs |
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.
Ms05908 Lake Dam