Arkabutla Dam
Key Takeaway
Arkabutla Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 65 ft (taller than 99.9% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 10,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4M acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5,100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,000 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 111,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1943 (83 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01496 |
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
USACE - Vicksburg District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Arkabutla Dam?
Arkabutla 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 Arkabutla Dam?
Arkabutla Dam is owned by USACE - Vicksburg District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arkabutla Dam built?
Arkabutla Dam was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Arkabutla Dam?
Arkabutla Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Arkabutla Dam?
Arkabutla Dam has a dam height of 65 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 Arkabutla Dam last inspected?
Arkabutla Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.