Blue Springs Lake B Dam

UNT OF DUCK POND BAYOU· DeSoto, Mississippi· Built 1995· Earth· 37 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Blue Springs Lake B Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 96.8% in MS)
Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage460 acre-ft
Normal Storage280 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2,604 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDMS03348

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 19, 2003
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

NEIL BURCKHART

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Blue Springs Lake B Dam?

Blue Springs Lake B Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Blue Springs Lake B Dam?

Blue Springs Lake B Dam is owned by NEIL BURCKHART (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Blue Springs Lake B Dam built?

Blue Springs Lake B Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Blue Springs Lake B Dam?

Blue Springs Lake B 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 Blue Springs Lake B Dam?

Blue Springs Lake B Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Blue Springs Lake B Dam last inspected?

Blue Springs Lake B Dam was last inspected on March 19, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.