Bates Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bates Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 930 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03752 |
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
CHUCK BATES
Private
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Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bates Lake Dam?
Bates 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 Bates Lake Dam?
Bates Lake Dam is owned by CHUCK BATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bates Lake Dam built?
Bates Lake Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Bates Lake Dam?
Bates 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 Bates Lake Dam?
Bates Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.