Ms05979 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Lamar Bruce Dam Ms05978 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 28, 2025
Ms05979 Lake Dam in Lee, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 15 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and has state permitting, inspection, and enforcement procedures in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Although the dam is rated as having low hazard potential, it is considered to have a moderate risk level. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the risk management measures and emergency action plan status are not specified. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is designed as a buttress dam type. Located within the Mobile District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Ms05979 Lake Dam serves as a key recreational spot in the area and contributes to the overall water resource management in the region.
Overall, Ms05979 Lake Dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities and water storage in Lee, Mississippi. With its moderate risk level and low hazard potential, it highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality. As a privately owned structure, its management and regulation by the state authorities demonstrate a commitment to water resource conservation and environmental protection in the area.
Dam Height |
15 |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Ms05979 Lake Dam