Ms04215 Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ms04215 Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| NID ID | MS04215 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
Nearby Dams
Buster Crider Pond Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 10 ftMs04218 Lake Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 13 ftHoyle D Byrd Lake Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 17 ftLittle Black Creek Water Park Dam
Lamar, MS
High Hazard 18 ftMs04220 Lake Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 17 ftMs04211 Lake Dam
Lamar, MS
Unknown 17 ftJohn W Atwood Lake Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 13 ftBass Pecan Plant Pond Number 6 Dam
Lamar, MS
Unknown 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ms04215 Lake Dam?
Ms04215 Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ms04215 Lake Dam?
Ms04215 Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ms04215 Lake Dam?
Ms04215 Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ms04215 Lake Dam?
Ms04215 Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.