Buddy Dees Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Buddy Dees Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02749 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buddy Dees Lake Dam?
Buddy Dees Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Buddy Dees Lake Dam?
Buddy Dees Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buddy Dees Lake Dam built?
Buddy Dees Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Buddy Dees Lake Dam?
Buddy Dees 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 Buddy Dees Lake Dam?
Buddy Dees Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.