Ms07079 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mcelroy Lake School Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lake Dam, officially known as Ms07079 Lake Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Attala, Mississippi.
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Summary
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and stands at a height of 17 feet, with a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is classified as "Uncontrolled," indicating its design for managing excess water flow.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate, with a risk level of 3. While the condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," the dam is subject to regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its safety and functionality. The surrounding area offers a surface area of 4.7 acres for recreational activities, making it a valuable resource for water enthusiasts interested in exploring the intersection of water management and climate resilience in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
17 |
Surface Area |
4.7 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yockanookany River Nr Kosciusko
|
45cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
182cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
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.
Ms07079 Lake Dam