Ms07218 Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Ms07218 Lake Dam, located in Claiborne, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 55 acre-feet. With a surface area of 7.7 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities in the area.

Although the hazard potential of Ms07218 Lake Dam is currently undetermined, its overall condition is not rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has a moderate risk level assigned to it. While it lacks certain inspection and emergency preparedness details, it remains a prominent structure in the Vicksburg District. Water resource and climate enthusiasts are drawn to this site for its recreational offerings and its potential impact on the local environment.

As water resource management continues to be a pressing concern, the existence and condition of dams like Ms07218 Lake Dam are essential to monitor. With its various regulatory agencies overseeing its operations, inspections, and enforcement, this dam serves as a vital component of the water infrastructure in Mississippi. Its risk level may warrant further assessment and management measures to ensure the safety and sustainability of the surrounding area.

Dam Height

18

Surface Area

7.7

Nid Storage

90

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

18
       
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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.