Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 721 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01054 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam?
Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam?
Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam is owned by information not available (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam built?
Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam?
Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 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 Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam?
Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam last inspected?
Big Sand Watershed Structure Y-32-04 Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.