Brookstone Lake Dam
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 Length | 796 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 97 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2013 |
| NID ID | MS03665 |
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
CHRISTOPHER L JACKSON
Private
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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.