Ward Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ward Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| NID ID | MS01155 |
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
Ms06678 Lake Dam
Jasper, MS
Unknown 27 ftMs06679 Lake Dam
Jasper, MS
Unknown 15 ftLittle Buckhorn Dam
Jasper, MS
Low Hazard 15 ftPineviews Lake Dam
Jasper, MS
Low Hazard 12 ftMs07306 Lake Dam
Jasper, MS
Unknown 26 ftMs06677 Lake Dam
Jasper, MS
Unknown 12 ftMs06732 Lake Dam
Jasper, MS
Unknown 36 ftUpper Leaf River Structure 7 Dam
Smith, MS
Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ward Lake Dam?
Ward 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 Ward Lake Dam?
Ward 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 Ward Lake Dam?
Ward 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 Ward Lake Dam?
Ward Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.