Bonita Number 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Bonita Number 2 Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 99.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 195 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03252 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF MERIDIAN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bonita Number 2 Dam?
Bonita Number 2 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bonita Number 2 Dam?
Bonita Number 2 Dam is owned by CITY OF MERIDIAN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bonita Number 2 Dam built?
Bonita Number 2 Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Bonita Number 2 Dam?
Bonita Number 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bonita Number 2 Dam?
Bonita Number 2 Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Bonita Number 2 Dam last inspected?
Bonita Number 2 Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.