Ms06096 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms06096 Lake Dam, located in Pontotoc, Mississippi, is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam with buttress core types stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet. The dam, with a surface area of 7 acres, is currently classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and is not rated in terms of condition assessment.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities. While the dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a rating of 3, there are no emergency action plans in place or inundation maps prepared. Despite the lack of certain safety measures, the dam serves as a valuable resource for the local community for recreational activities.
In the event of any potential risk or hazard, it is essential for the authorities to ensure the implementation of proper risk management measures and emergency preparedness plans to safeguard the surrounding areas. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor the condition and safety of dams like Ms06096 Lake Dam to protect both the environment and the public who use it for recreational purposes.
Dam Height |
17 |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
144cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
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.
Ms06096 Lake Dam