Ms06406 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06407 Lake Dam Ms06405 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms06406 Lake Dam in Wayne, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at 19 feet tall, serves primarily for recreational purposes with a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is currently rated as having an undetermined hazard potential.
While the dam's condition is not currently rated, it falls under a moderate risk category. Being under the jurisdiction of the state, the dam undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness are yet to be fully assessed and documented.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Ms06406 Lake Dam an intriguing structure due to its unique regulatory oversight, modest size, and recreational focus. Further study and assessment of its hazard potential, risk management, and emergency preparedness could provide valuable insights into the resilience and safety measures of dams in the region, contributing to the broader understanding of water resource management in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
19 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Tombigbee R At Coffeeville L&D Nr Coffeeville
|
13600cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
519cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
119cfs |
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.
Ms06406 Lake Dam