Black Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Black Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 4,495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 398 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 58 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03633 |
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
BLACK CREEK, LLC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Black Creek Lake Dam?
Black Creek 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 Black Creek Lake Dam?
Black Creek Lake Dam is owned by BLACK CREEK, LLC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Black Creek Lake Dam built?
Black Creek Lake Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Black Creek Lake Dam?
Black Creek Lake 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 Black Creek Lake Dam?
Black Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Black Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Black Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on December 30, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.