Ms06784 Lake Dam dam
Ms06784 Lake Dam
Ms06784 Lake Dam in Copiah, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. This earth dam, standing at a height of 10 feet, serves the primary purpose of recreation, with a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. The dam boasts a surface area of 8.4 acres and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway.
Despite being categorized as having an undetermined hazard potential and not having a current condition assessment, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. Although the specifics of emergency action preparedness, inspection frequency, and risk management measures are not provided, the dam's moderate risk level suggests a need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. With its scenic location and recreational value, Ms06784 Lake Dam is an essential part of the water resource landscape in the region, calling for continued attention and vigilance from water resource and climate enthusiasts.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to recognize the significance of structures like Ms06784 Lake Dam in providing recreational opportunities and managing water resources. The dam's presence in the Vicksburg District of Mississippi highlights the intersection of human-made infrastructure with natural landscapes, emphasizing the need for responsible stewardship and proactive risk management. By staying informed about the regulatory oversight, maintenance needs, and potential risks associated with dams like Ms06784 Lake Dam, enthusiasts can play a role in promoting sustainable water resource management practices and ensuring the safety of these vital structures for future generations.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Ms06784 Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pearl River Nr Rockport | 5,330 cfs | → |
| Lynch Creek At Jackson | 224 cfs | → |
| Pearl River At Jackson | 5,430 cfs | → |
| Bayou Pierre Nr Willows | 480 cfs | → |
| Big Black River Nr Bovina | 1,640 cfs | → |
| Strong River At D`Lo | 167 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ms06784 Lake Dam.
Track Ms06784 Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Ms06784 Lake Dam
Where does the data for Ms06784 Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Undetermined hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Ms06784 Lake Dam.