Ms06860 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms06860 Lake Dam, located in Tippah, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 77 acre-feet. The dam has a surface area of 9.1 acres and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the risk assessment is moderate, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and management measures. Despite its low hazard potential, it is essential to have emergency action plans in place and regularly updated to address any potential risks associated with the dam.
Overall, Ms06860 Lake Dam serves as a vital resource for recreational activities in the area, but its infrastructure and management require continuous attention to mitigate any potential risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and water resources. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find this structure an intriguing example of the intersection between human-made infrastructure and environmental stewardship in a dynamic natural landscape.
Dam Height |
20 |
Surface Area |
9.1 |
Nid Storage |
114 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
36cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
Town Creek At Eason Boulevard At Tupelo
|
65cfs |
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.
Ms06860 Lake Dam