Big Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15
Key Takeaway
Big Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15 is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 88.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 302 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 720 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03069 |
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
UPPER BIG SPRING DD
Local Government
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Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15?
Big Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15 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 Big Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15?
Big Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15 is owned by UPPER BIG SPRING DD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15 built?
Big Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15?
Big Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15 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 Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15?
Big Spring Creek Subws Lt - Str R-7-15 has a dam height of 29 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.