Ms06600 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Richland Lake Lorio Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Ms06600 Lake Dam, located in Amite, 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 17 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, indicating a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite lacking specific information on the year of completion, dam length, and drainage area, the dam's overall condition is deemed "not rated" in the latest assessment. With no associated structures and a lack of inspection frequency data, there are opportunities for further evaluation and potential risk management measures to be put in place. The dam's location within the New Orleans District and under state jurisdiction underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and enforcement to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Ms06600 Lake Dam an intriguing case study, showcasing the intersection of private ownership, regulatory oversight, and recreational utility in dam infrastructure. As discussions on water management and infrastructure resilience continue, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding risk assessment, emergency preparedness, and the importance of maintaining safe water storage structures in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Height |
17 |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Amite River Near Darlington
|
316cfs |
Comite River Near Olive Branch
|
65cfs |
Tickfaw River At Liverpool
|
47cfs |
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
49cfs |
Homochitto River At Rosetta
|
306cfs |
Tangipahoa River At Osyka
|
129cfs |
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.
Ms06600 Lake Dam