Ms04256 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04258 Lake Dam Ms05084 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms04256 Lake Dam, located in Marshall, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
Standing at a height of 14 feet, this buttress dam has a NID storage capacity of 59 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 59 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 48 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres, this dam provides essential water resources for the surrounding area.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam has state jurisdiction and is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition is currently not rated. With an uncontrolled spillway type and no associated structures, the dam serves as a vital recreational spot for the community while also ensuring water resource sustainability in the region.
Although lacking specific information on the year of completion, dam length, and other technical details, Ms04256 Lake Dam remains an important infrastructure for water management in the area. With its serene surroundings and functional design, this dam is a testament to the importance of balancing environmental conservation with recreational activities in the face of climate change challenges.
Dam Height |
14 |
Surface Area |
7 |
Nid Storage |
59 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Ms04256 Lake Dam