Brown Lake
Key Takeaway
Brown Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 89.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 558 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02289 |
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
A H BROWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brown Lake?
Brown Lake 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 Brown Lake?
Brown Lake is owned by A H BROWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown Lake built?
Brown Lake was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Brown Lake?
Brown Lake 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 Brown Lake?
Brown Lake has a dam height of 30 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.