Brooks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brooks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00273 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brooks Lake Dam?
Brooks 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 Brooks Lake Dam?
Brooks Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brooks Lake Dam built?
Brooks Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Brooks Lake Dam?
Brooks Lake 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 Brooks Lake Dam?
Brooks Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Brooks Lake Dam last inspected?
Brooks Lake Dam was last inspected on March 20, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.