Yesterday South Lake Dam

UNT OF ARKABUTLA CREEK· Tate, Mississippi· Earth· 24 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Yesterday South Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 75.8% in MS)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage228 acre-ft
Normal Storage127 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMS00067

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 28, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

JILL KALLOS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Yesterday South Lake Dam?

Yesterday South Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Yesterday South Lake Dam?

Yesterday South Lake Dam is owned by JILL KALLOS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Yesterday South Lake Dam?

Yesterday South 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 Yesterday South Lake Dam?

Yesterday South Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Yesterday South Lake Dam last inspected?

Yesterday South Lake Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2023. 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.