Anderson Lake Dam

UNT OF SHORT CREEK· Yazoo, Mississippi· Earth· 30 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Anderson 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	30 ft (taller than 89.5% in MS)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	970 acre-ft
Normal Storage	300 acre-ft

Surface Area	30 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
NID ID	MS01012

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: March 30, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

Jimmy and Sonya Peel

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Anderson Lake Dam?

Anderson 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 Anderson Lake Dam?

Anderson Lake Dam is owned by Jimmy and Sonya Peel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Anderson Lake Dam?

Anderson 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 Anderson Lake Dam?

Anderson Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Anderson Lake Dam last inspected?

Anderson Lake Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2022. 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.