A V Davis Number 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
A V Davis Number 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03431 |
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
A.V. DAVIS
Private
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Significant Hazard 40 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of A V Davis Number 1 Dam?
A V Davis Number 1 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 A V Davis Number 1 Dam?
A V Davis Number 1 Dam is owned by A.V. DAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was A V Davis Number 1 Dam built?
A V Davis Number 1 Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of A V Davis Number 1 Dam?
A V Davis Number 1 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 A V Davis Number 1 Dam?
A V Davis Number 1 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.