Ms06856 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms06856 Lake Dam, located in Leake, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 17 feet, this earth dam offers a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.6 acres. Despite its moderate hazard potential and undetermined condition assessment, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to maintain safety standards.
Although details about the dam's construction year and length are unavailable, its spillway type is classified as uncontrolled. The dam's purpose is exclusively for recreation, offering visitors a serene environment for leisure activities. The surrounding area provides a captivating landscape for nature enthusiasts and climate advocates to explore, with the dam serving as a focal point for water resource management and conservation efforts within the community.
With its unique design and location within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Ms06856 Lake Dam presents an intriguing opportunity for further exploration and study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam's regulatory oversight and commitment to safety measures ensure a secure environment for recreational activities, highlighting the importance of sustainable water management practices in safeguarding our natural resources.
Dam Height |
17 |
Surface Area |
5.6 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
277cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
401cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
202cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
532cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
96cfs |
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.
Ms06856 Lake Dam