Brooksville Farm
Key Takeaway
Brooksville Farm is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2019 and is 7 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 36 ft (taller than 96.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 4,379 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 166 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 510 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2019 (7 years old) |
| NID ID | MS07334 |
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
SOUTHERN ARC, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brooksville Farm?
Brooksville Farm 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 Brooksville Farm?
Brooksville Farm is owned by SOUTHERN ARC, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brooksville Farm built?
Brooksville Farm was completed in 2019, making it 7 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 Brooksville Farm?
Brooksville Farm serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brooksville Farm?
Brooksville Farm has a dam height of 36 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 Brooksville Farm last inspected?
Brooksville Farm was last inspected on November 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.