Ms06520 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Craft Lake Dam Rosie Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms06520 Lake Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure regulated by the state Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and holds a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. With a height of 26 feet, the dam creates an 8.7-acre surface area for leisure activities.
Although the condition assessment of the dam is currently rated as 'Not Rated', the hazard potential is deemed 'Undetermined' with a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has not been modified in recent years. Despite the lack of specific data on inspections and maintenance, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for the local community.
Located in Jones County, Mississippi, this Earth-type dam contributes to the local landscape while posing a moderate risk that warrants ongoing monitoring and risk management. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the infrastructure and management of structures like Ms06520 Lake Dam is crucial for ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water resources in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Height |
26 |
Surface Area |
8.7 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
374cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
541cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
438cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
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.
Ms06520 Lake Dam