Ms06835 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms06835 Lake Dam in Benton, Mississippi is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
Built for recreational purposes, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a storage capacity of 121 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is considered to have a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Located in the Memphis District, the dam has not been rated for its condition and lacks emergency action plans. Despite these shortcomings, the risk management measures are not specified, leaving room for improvement in ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding community and water resources. Overall, Ms06835 Lake Dam presents an opportunity for enhanced regulatory oversight and emergency preparedness to mitigate potential risks and safeguard the environment.
Dam Height |
25 |
Surface Area |
6.3 |
Nid Storage |
121 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
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.
Ms06835 Lake Dam