Ms06287 Lake Dam dam
Ms06287 Lake Dam
Ms06287 Lake Dam in Greene, Mississippi, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management for recreational purposes. This private dam, regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, serves as a vital structure for maintaining a steady water supply and creating a serene recreational environment. With a height of 23 feet and a storage capacity of 79 acre-feet, the dam provides essential water storage for the area, with a surface area of 5.8 acres for outdoor activities.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the condition of the dam is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity. While the dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is primarily used for recreation, its impact on local water resources and climate resilience cannot be understated. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water availability and quality, the management and upkeep of dams like Ms06287 Lake Dam are crucial in safeguarding our water resources for future generations.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the role that dams play in balancing water supply, recreation, and environmental conservation. By staying informed about the condition and management of dams such as Ms06287 Lake Dam, we can work towards sustainable water resource practices that benefit both people and the environment. With continued oversight and investment in dam infrastructure, we can enhance our resilience to climate change and ensure the long-term sustainability of our water resources.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Ms06287 Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pascagoula River At Merrill | 5,700 cfs | → |
| Chickasawhay River At Leakesville | 2,100 cfs | → |
| Leaf River Nr Mclain | 2,560 cfs | → |
| Escatawpa River Near Agricola Ms | 386 cfs | → |
| Big Creek At County Rd 63 Near Wilmer | 22 cfs | → |
| Red Creek At Vestry | 319 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ms06287 Lake Dam.
Campgrounds
- Citronelle Lakeview Rv Park
- Lakeview Rv City Park
- Lake Perry
- Fairley Bridge Landing
- Turkey Fork
- Turkey Fork Rec. Area
Paddle runs
- The Confluence With Scarsborough Creek To The Confluence With The Escatawpa River
- Begins Approximately 1 River Mile Upstream From The U.S. Highway 98 Bridge To The Jackson County Route 614 Bridge
- The Jackson County Route 614 Bridge To Ends Approximately 2 River Miles From The Southern Terminus Of The Study Area
- Begins Approximately 2 River Miles Downstream From The Yellowhouse Branch Confluence With The Escatawpa River Near The Town Of Deer Park, Alabama To Ends Approximately 1 River Mile Upstream From The U.S. Highway 98 Bridge
Track Ms06287 Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Ms06287 Lake Dam
Where does the data for Ms06287 Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Ms06287 Lake Dam.