Ms06076 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mogridge Lake Dam Russell Lake Dam
Last Updated: January 23, 2026
Ms06076 Lake Dam in Pontotoc, 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 19 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes with a storage capacity of 118 acre-feet. The dam, classified as a buttress type, has a spillway that is uncontrolled and a surface area of 9 acres.
Despite being designated as having an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the condition of the dam is currently not rated. The dam has not undergone recent inspections, and there is no emergency action plan in place. Located within the Vicksburg District, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness are not well-documented, raising concerns among water resource and climate enthusiasts about the potential implications of its condition on the surrounding community and environment.
Dam Height |
19 |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
118 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
283cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
89cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
144cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
101cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
346cfs |
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.
Ms06076 Lake Dam