Ms06079 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: February 12, 2026
Ms06079 Lake Dam, located in Lafayette, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Summary
The dam, primarily used for recreation, is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and stands at a height of 23 feet. It has a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 93 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres.
Although the hazard potential of the dam is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, it is subject to state inspection, permitting, and enforcement. The risk assessment categorizes the dam as having a moderate risk level. With an uncontrolled spillway type, the dam does not have locks or associated structures. Despite lacking specific information on certain aspects such as construction year and inspection dates, the data points to a structure that plays a significant role in providing recreational opportunities while being subject to regulatory oversight for safety and risk management.
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Humidity
15-Day Weather Outlook
Dam Height |
23 |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
90cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
255cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
49cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3690cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
260cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bigbee
|
447cfs |
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.
Ms06079 Lake Dam