Ms07072 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ms07072 Lake Dam, located in Attala, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.


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Summary

This earth dam, standing at a height of 19 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a surface area of 7.2 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 93 acre-feet.

Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and not yet rated for condition assessment, the dam's risk assessment is moderate (3). While the last inspection date, assessment date, and emergency action plan details are not provided, the dam is in a condition that warrants caution. As a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, the potential risks associated with this dam call for proactive risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.

In the hands of private ownership, the management and maintenance of Ms07072 Lake Dam are crucial for its continued function and safety. With its recreational purpose and moderate risk assessment, stakeholders and regulators must prioritize regular inspections, condition assessments, and the development of an emergency action plan to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the long-term sustainability of this water resource infrastructure.

Dam Height

19

Surface Area

7.2

Nid Storage

93

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

19
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.