Cameron Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cameron Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 40.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | MS06171 |
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
C.E. MCRAW
Private
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Low Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cameron Lake Dam?
Cameron Lake Dam 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 Cameron Lake Dam?
Cameron Lake Dam is owned by C.E. MCRAW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cameron Lake Dam built?
Cameron Lake Dam was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Cameron Lake Dam?
Cameron 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 Cameron Lake Dam?
Cameron Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.