Arrow Lake Dam

Lauderdale, Mississippi· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Arrow Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS)
Dam Length226 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDMS05514

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

MICHAEL KNOST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arrow Lake Dam?

Arrow Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Arrow Lake Dam?

Arrow Lake Dam is owned by MICHAEL KNOST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Arrow Lake Dam?

Arrow 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 Arrow Lake Dam?

Arrow Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Arrow Lake Dam last inspected?

Arrow Lake Dam was last inspected on April 30, 2020. 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.