Ms07077 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms07076 Lake Dam Ms07078 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ms07077 Lake Dam in Choctaw, Mississippi, is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. With a surface area of 8.2 acres, this dam boasts a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being rated for its current condition, the dam has undergone state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Its spillway type is uncontrolled, and it does not have any associated locks. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it serves as a vital resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates in the area. The risk management measures and emergency preparedness of the dam are yet to be fully assessed and implemented, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and longevity.
Dam Height |
12 |
Surface Area |
8.2 |
Nid Storage |
61 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
263cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
103cfs |
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.
Ms07077 Lake Dam