Camp Lake Dam

UNT OF MCQUAY CREEK· Jasper, Mississippi· Built 2010· Earth· 18 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Camp Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage216 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Max Discharge305 cfs
Year Completed2010 (16 years old)
NID IDMS03780

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

Micheael WINDHAM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Camp Lake Dam?

Camp 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 Camp Lake Dam?

Camp Lake Dam is owned by Micheael WINDHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Camp Lake Dam built?

Camp Lake Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Camp Lake Dam?

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

How tall is Camp Lake Dam?

Camp Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.

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.