Big Creek Water Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Creek Water Park Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 28 ft (taller than 86.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 2,110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 150 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03038 |
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
PAT HARRISON WATERWAY DISTRICT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Big Creek Water Park Dam?
Big Creek Water Park 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 Big Creek Water Park Dam?
Big Creek Water Park Dam is owned by PAT HARRISON WATERWAY DISTRICT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Creek Water Park Dam built?
Big Creek Water Park Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Big Creek Water Park Dam?
Big Creek Water Park 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 Big Creek Water Park Dam?
Big Creek Water Park Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Big Creek Water Park Dam last inspected?
Big Creek Water Park Dam was last inspected on February 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.