Ms06263 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms06263 Lake Dam, located in Jefferson, Mississippi, is a private dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 31 feet, the dam serves the primary purpose of recreation, providing a storage capacity of 353 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 20.2 acres. With an uncontrolled spillway type, the dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined, but its condition assessment is not yet rated.
Although lacking specific data on completion year and inspection frequency, the dam presents a moderate risk level (3) and falls under the jurisdiction of the Vicksburg District. Despite being a private structure, it is crucial for enthusiasts in water resource and climate fields to monitor and assess the risk management measures in place for this dam to ensure the safety of the surrounding area and its recreational benefits. As the dam's emergency action plan status and inundation maps remain unknown, further evaluation and preparedness may be necessary to address potential risks associated with this water resource infrastructure.
Dam Height |
31 |
Surface Area |
20.2 |
Nid Storage |
353 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bayou Pierre Nr Willows
|
444cfs |
Homochitto River At Eddiceton
|
168cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
329000cfs |
Homochitto River At Rosetta
|
2130cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
677cfs |
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
257cfs |
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.
Ms06263 Lake Dam