Barnett Dam
Key Takeaway
Barnett Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 73.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 315 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| NID ID | MS03808 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
HUGH BARNETT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barnett Dam?
Barnett 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 Barnett Dam?
Barnett Dam is owned by HUGH BARNETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Barnett Dam?
Barnett Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barnett Dam?
Barnett Dam has a dam height of 23 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.