Ms05955 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms05955 Lake Dam, located in Union, Mississippi, is a privately owned dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 32 feet, the earth dam with a buttress core type provides a storage capacity of 381 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 17 acres. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the hazard potential and condition assessment of the dam remain undetermined and not rated, respectively.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency. With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled," the dam does not have locks and has not been modified in recent years. While there is no information available on the dam's completion year, inspection frequency, or emergency action plan preparedness, the dam remains a crucial water resource for recreational activities in the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in understanding the infrastructure and management of dams in Mississippi will find Ms05955 Lake Dam a fascinating case study. With its unique design features, storage capacity, and risk assessment, this dam serves as a vital component of the state's water management system. As more data becomes available on its condition and emergency preparedness, stakeholders can assess and mitigate potential risks associated with this essential water structure.
Dam Height |
32 |
Surface Area |
17 |
Nid Storage |
381 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
36cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
182cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
218cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
26cfs |
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.
Ms05955 Lake Dam