Apple Creek North Dam
Key Takeaway
Apple Creek North Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. 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 | 13 ft (taller than 19.9% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 478 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2008 |
| NID ID | MS03407 |
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
APPLE CREEK NORTH HOA, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Apple Creek North Dam?
Apple Creek North 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 Apple Creek North Dam?
Apple Creek North Dam is owned by APPLE CREEK NORTH HOA, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Apple Creek North Dam built?
Apple Creek North Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Apple Creek North Dam?
Apple Creek North 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 Apple Creek North Dam?
Apple Creek North Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Apple Creek North Dam last inspected?
Apple Creek North Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.