Ms06953 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms06953 Lake Dam in Carroll, Mississippi, is a privately owned dam regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 29 feet, the earth dam has a storage capacity of 127 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6.9 acres. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam has not undergone recent inspections or assessments. While it meets regulatory guidelines, the emergency action plan and risk management measures for the dam are not specified. The dam's location in a recreational area highlights the importance of ensuring its safety and maintenance for the enjoyment and safety of visitors.
Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate will find Ms06953 Lake Dam an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational dam in Mississippi. With its unique features and regulatory oversight, the dam presents opportunities for further study on dam safety, risk assessment, and emergency preparedness in the context of water resource management and climate change mitigation.
Dam Height |
29 |
Surface Area |
6.9 |
Nid Storage |
127 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
6080cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
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.
Ms06953 Lake Dam