Brookstone Lake Dam

UNT OF UNT OF BEAR CREEK· Madison, Mississippi· Built 2007· Earth· 16 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Brookstone Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 16 ft (taller than 40.1% in MS)
Dam Length796 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge97 cfs
Year Completed2007 (19 years old)
Year Modified2013
NID IDMS03665

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 5, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

CHRISTOPHER L JACKSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brookstone Lake Dam?

Brookstone Lake 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 Brookstone Lake Dam?

Brookstone Lake Dam is owned by CHRISTOPHER L JACKSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brookstone Lake Dam built?

Brookstone Lake Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Brookstone Lake Dam?

Brookstone 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 Brookstone Lake Dam?

Brookstone Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Brookstone Lake Dam last inspected?

Brookstone Lake Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2022. 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.