Joint Venture Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Joint Venture Lake Dam, located in DeSoto, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.


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Summary

Completed in 1994, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and spans 500 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 208 acre-feet. The dam has a spillway type of 'Uncontrolled,' with a maximum discharge capacity of 300 cubic feet per second, serving a drainage area of 0.42 square miles.

Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and regulated by state authorities, Joint Venture Lake Dam poses an undetermined hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment. Despite its condition being 'Not Rated,' the dam's recreational purpose and strategic location make it a critical asset for water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates. With its scenic surroundings and potential for outdoor activities, Joint Venture Lake Dam offers both a recreational haven and an opportunity for environmental stewardship in the region.

As a significant part of the Vicksburg District, this dam contributes to the local ecosystem and water management efforts in Mississippi. Its role in providing recreation, water storage, and potential flood control highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures for the benefit of the community and the environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Joint Venture Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study in balancing human recreation with ecological conservation within the realm of water infrastructure.

Year Completed

1994

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

14

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22

Drainage Area

0.42

Nid Storage

208

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

14
       
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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.