Burton Lake Dam No. 2
Key Takeaway
Burton Lake Dam No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 936 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | MS07319 |
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
Not Listed
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Low Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Burton Lake Dam No. 2?
Burton Lake Dam No. 2 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 Burton Lake Dam No. 2?
Burton Lake Dam No. 2 is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burton Lake Dam No. 2 built?
Burton Lake Dam No. 2 was completed in 2017, making it 9 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Burton Lake Dam No. 2?
Burton Lake Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 14 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.