Ms06972 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06970 Lake Dam Bingham Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms06972 Lake Dam, located in Webster, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, standing at a height of 20 feet, has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3.1 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency, ensuring its safety and compliance with guidelines. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it is regularly monitored for any potential risks or hazards. The presence of emergency action plans and risk management measures further enhances the safety and security of the surrounding area.
With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, Ms06972 Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource for the local community. While it may not be as large or complex as other dams, its role in providing leisure activities and maintaining the ecological balance in the area highlights the significance of such structures in water management and climate resilience efforts.
Dam Height |
20 |
Surface Area |
3.1 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
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.
Ms06972 Lake Dam