Arrington Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Arrington 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 | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 299 cfs |
| NID ID | MS02260 |
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
JOHN HARRELD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arrington Lake Dam?
Arrington 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 Arrington Lake Dam?
Arrington Lake Dam is owned by JOHN HARRELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Arrington Lake Dam?
Arrington 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 Arrington Lake Dam?
Arrington Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Arrington Lake Dam last inspected?
Arrington Lake Dam was last inspected on January 27, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.