Ms06878 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms06878 Lake Dam, located in Corinth, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at a height of 24 feet and stretching 550 feet in length, serves primarily for recreation purposes with a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. The dam, built on McElroy Creek, has a surface area of 6.4 acres and a drainage area of 0.04 square miles.
Despite its recreational value, Ms06878 Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential with an unsatisfactory condition assessment as of October 2020. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, emphasizing the need for regular inspections and maintenance. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating the importance of implementing effective risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the environment.
With its proximity to residential areas and the potential consequences of a dam failure, stakeholders and authorities must prioritize the upkeep and monitoring of Ms06878 Lake Dam. Regular inspections, emergency action plans, and risk management strategies are essential to mitigate the hazards associated with this structure and safeguard the local community and water resources. Climate and water resource enthusiasts should closely monitor the developments and actions taken to address the safety concerns surrounding Ms06878 Lake Dam.
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
McElroy Creek |
Surface Area |
6.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Horse Creek Near Savannah
|
87cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Bear Creek At Bishop
|
4330cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
944cfs |
Red Bud Creek Nr Moores Mill
|
12cfs |
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.
Ms06878 Lake Dam