Addison Dam
Key Takeaway
Addison 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 | 10 ft (taller than 5.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,192 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 451 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 541 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03474 |
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
SCOTT ADDISON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Addison Dam?
Addison 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 Addison Dam?
Addison Dam is owned by SCOTT ADDISON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Addison Dam built?
Addison 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 Addison Dam?
Addison 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 Addison Dam?
Addison Dam has a dam height of 10 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.