Boggan Dam

UNT OF SANDER CREEK· Simpson, Mississippi· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Boggan Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 70.2% in MS)
Dam Length583 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMS03187

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

TIM BOGGAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boggan Dam?

Boggan 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 Boggan Dam?

Boggan Dam is owned by TIM BOGGAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Boggan Dam?

Boggan 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 Boggan Dam?

Boggan Dam has a dam height of 22 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.

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.