Ms06505 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06506 Lake Dam Ms06504 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms06505 Lake Dam, located in Jones, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This Earth dam, standing at a height of 14 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes with a maximum storage capacity of 71 acre-feet. The dam poses a moderate risk level, with an undetermined hazard potential and a condition assessment that is not rated.
Despite lacking certain details such as the completion year and inspection frequency, the dam's significant storage capacity and surface area of 7.4 acres make it a notable feature in the area. The presence of an uncontrolled spillway adds to the dam's unique characteristics, further emphasizing its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts. With state-regulated permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place, the dam is well-monitored and maintained for public safety and environmental protection.
Dam Height |
14 |
Surface Area |
7.4 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
374cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
541cfs |
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.
Ms06505 Lake Dam