Ms06196 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06195 Lake Dam Ms06225 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms06196 Lake Dam, located in Copiah, Mississippi, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 26 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7.1 acres. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is subject to regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure compliance with state regulations.
While the hazard potential of the dam is currently undetermined, its condition has not been rated. Despite this, the risk assessment deems the dam to have a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and does not have any associated locks or gates. Information regarding the completion year, inspection frequency, emergency preparedness, and risk management measures is currently unavailable.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ms06196 Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational dam in Mississippi. With its unique characteristics and regulatory framework, this dam serves as a valuable example of the intersection between water management, recreation, and environmental regulation in the region. Further research and monitoring of this dam could provide valuable insights into the sustainable management of water resources in the area.
Dam Height |
26 |
Surface Area |
7.1 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1230cfs |
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
611cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
94cfs |
Pearl River Nr Monticello
|
1640cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
1180cfs |
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.
Ms06196 Lake Dam