Ms06709 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06707 Lake Dam Ms06706 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms06709 Lake Dam in Smith, Mississippi is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This dam, primarily used for recreation, stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. The dam, classified as an earth dam, has an undetermined hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Located within the Vicksburg District, this uncontrolled spillway dam poses a moderate risk level, with no emergency action plan currently in place. While the dam has not been inspected in recent years, it remains under state jurisdiction with permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for the community and serves as a vital water resource in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Ms06709 Lake Dam to be an intriguing structure with potential for further monitoring and assessment.
Dam Height |
12 |
Surface Area |
8.3 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
349cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
354cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
286cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
546cfs |
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.
Ms06709 Lake Dam