Cabin Lake

Choctaw, Mississippi· Built 1937· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Cabin Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)
NID IDMS04833

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 17, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cabin Lake?

Cabin 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 Cabin Lake?

Cabin Lake is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cabin Lake built?

Cabin Lake was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Cabin Lake?

Cabin Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cabin Lake?

Cabin Lake 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.

When was Cabin Lake last inspected?

Cabin Lake was last inspected on June 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.