Ms06426 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms06426 Lake Dam, located in Wayne, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 11 feet, this earth dam has a storage capacity of 205 acre-feet and a surface area of 21.4 acres. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the hazard potential of the dam remains undetermined, with its condition yet to be rated.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is state-regulated and subject to inspection and enforcement. Its uncontrolled spillway type suggests potential risks in the event of heavy precipitation or flooding. While the dam's emergency action plan status is unknown, measures to mitigate risks and ensure safety may be necessary to address the moderate risk level associated with the structure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Ms06426 Lake Dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of recreational use, water storage, and risk management in dam infrastructure. Its location in a rural area underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures to safeguard both the environment and surrounding communities from potential hazards. As efforts to assess and improve the dam's condition continue, stakeholders and regulators are tasked with balancing the benefits of recreation with the imperative of ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
Dam Height |
11 |
Surface Area |
21.4 |
Nid Storage |
205 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Tombigbee R At Coffeeville L&D Nr Coffeeville
|
13600cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Leakesville
|
1090cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Satilpa Creek Near Coffeeville Al
|
130cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
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.
Ms06426 Lake Dam