Ms06606 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06607 Lake Dam Virjo Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Wilkinson, Mississippi, Ms06606 Lake Dam is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at 17 feet in height, serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.3 acres. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is deemed safe and in satisfactory condition, although not formally rated.
Managed by the New Orleans District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Ms06606 Lake Dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has no associated locks or gates. While the dam has not undergone formal inspections or condition assessments, it is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. As a key contributor to the local water resource infrastructure, the dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities while also ensuring the safety and well-being of the surrounding community.
Despite the absence of certain data points such as the completion year and last inspection date, Ms06606 Lake Dam remains a vital component of water management in the area. With its moderate risk profile and low hazard potential, the dam stands as a reliable structure that balances the needs of recreation with the importance of safety and regulatory compliance. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the careful oversight and maintenance of this essential infrastructure in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
17 |
Surface Area |
5.3 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Buffalo River Nr Woodville
|
257cfs |
Comite River Near Olive Branch
|
65cfs |
Amite River Near Darlington
|
267cfs |
Homochitto River At Rosetta
|
2130cfs |
Tickfaw River At Liverpool
|
44cfs |
Comite River Near Comite
|
142cfs |
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.
Ms06606 Lake Dam