Ms06398 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06396 Lake Dam Marvin Davis Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms06398 Lake Dam in Wayne, Mississippi, stands as a key recreational site with a height of 14 feet and a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet.
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Summary
This private dam, regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding community. The dam's earth structure and uncontrolled spillway type add to its unique features, making it a fascinating site for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Despite being classified with an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the condition of Ms06398 Lake Dam remains unrated. This presents an opportunity for further inspection and assessment to ensure the safety and longevity of the structure. With a history shrouded in mystery due to incomplete data on completion and modification years, the dam holds potential for future improvements and risk management measures.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the significance of dams like Ms06398 Lake Dam in providing recreation and storing water cannot be understated. With its location in a region vulnerable to extreme weather events, the dam's resilience and adaptability will be crucial in ensuring sustainable water management practices in the face of a changing climate.
Dam Height |
14 |
Surface Area |
5.8 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Leaf River Nr New Augusta
|
1590cfs |
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.
Ms06398 Lake Dam