Ms05548 Lake Dam

UNT OF EUTACUTACHEE CREEK· Rankin, Mississippi· Earth· 18 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ms05548 Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS)
Dam Length1,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage207 acre-ft
Normal Storage152 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMS05548

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 23, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

VAN ALLEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ms05548 Lake Dam?

Ms05548 Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ms05548 Lake Dam?

Ms05548 Lake Dam is owned by VAN ALLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Ms05548 Lake Dam?

Ms05548 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 Ms05548 Lake Dam?

Ms05548 Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.

When was Ms05548 Lake Dam last inspected?

Ms05548 Lake Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.