Brown's Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brown's Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 27 ft (taller than 84.9% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01492 |
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
USACE - Engineer Research and Development Center
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brown's Lake Dam?
Brown's 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 Brown's Lake Dam?
Brown's Lake Dam is owned by USACE - Engineer Research and Development Center (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown's Lake Dam built?
Brown's Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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's Lake Dam?
Brown's Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brown's Lake Dam?
Brown's Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Brown's Lake Dam last inspected?
Brown's Lake Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.