Associates Lake Dam

UNT OF STRAIGHT FENCE CREEK· Hinds, Mississippi· Built 2009· Earth· 16 ft tall
High Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Associates Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 16 ft (taller than 40.1% in MS)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2009 (17 years old)
Year Modified2020
NID IDMS03750

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 2, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

ASSOCIATES LAKE, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Associates Lake Dam?

Associates 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 Associates Lake Dam?

Associates Lake Dam is owned by ASSOCIATES LAKE, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Associates Lake Dam built?

Associates Lake Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Associates Lake Dam?

Associates Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Associates Lake Dam?

Associates Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Associates Lake Dam last inspected?

Associates Lake Dam was last inspected on December 2, 2022. 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.