Ms06879 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms06879 Lake Dam, a private-owned structure located in Alcorn, Mississippi, serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet. With a surface area of 7.7 acres, the dam boasts an uncontrolled spillway type and a low hazard potential rating. The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality regulates the dam, ensuring its safety through inspections and enforcement measures.
Despite being classified as having a moderate risk level, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated. The absence of emergency action plans and inundation maps raises concerns about preparedness for potential incidents. With Trent Kelly as the local representative overseeing the area, the dam's risk management measures and safety protocols may need further evaluation to mitigate any potential risks effectively. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Ms06879 Lake Dam an intriguing case study for understanding the complexities of managing water infrastructure in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
17 |
Surface Area |
7.7 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Bear Creek At Bishop
|
4330cfs |
Horse Creek Near Savannah
|
87cfs |
Red Bud Creek Nr Moores Mill
|
12cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
944cfs |
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.
Ms06879 Lake Dam