Ms05947 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05948 Lake Dam Cherry Creek Lake
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms05947 Lake Dam in Pontotoc, 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, stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 54 acre-feet. The dam is classified as an earth dam with buttress core type and features an uncontrolled spillway.
Despite being rated as having low hazard potential and not yet assessed for its condition, the dam is categorized as having moderate risk. Located within the Vicksburg District, the dam is situated in a picturesque setting with a surface area of 7 acres. While it has not been recently inspected or updated for emergency preparedness measures, the dam continues to serve its recreational purpose for visitors and residents in the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Ms05947 Lake Dam an intriguing structure worth exploring, given its unique design and risk assessment. As a privately owned dam in Mississippi, it offers a glimpse into the intersection of human infrastructure with natural environments. The moderate risk classification underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam for both recreational use and environmental conservation efforts in the region.
Dam Height |
15 |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
144cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
180cfs |
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.
Ms05947 Lake Dam