Anderson Lake Dam
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 | 23 ft (taller than 73.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 217 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | MS04308 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
RICHARD ANDERSON
Private
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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 RICHARD ANDERSON (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 23 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 February 6, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.