Ms05982 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sardis Dam Shady Cove Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms05982 Lake Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure regulated by the state's Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 22 feet and has a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. The dam, located in Panola County, Mississippi, covers a surface area of 4 acres and has a spillway type of 'Uncontrolled'.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam has not been inspected recently, and there is no emergency action plan in place. With a risk management plan in progress, the dam's regulatory compliance and enforcement are overseen by the state of Mississippi. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ms05982 Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in the management and maintenance of recreational water structures.
Dam Height |
22 |
Surface Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
61 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
68cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
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.
Ms05982 Lake Dam