Campus Lake Dam

UNT OF LITTLE ROCKY CREEK· Jones, Mississippi· Built 1920· Earth· 20 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Campus Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Max Discharge452 cfs
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)
NID IDMS02290

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
Last Inspection: July 11, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Campus Lake Dam?

Campus 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 Campus Lake Dam?

Campus Lake Dam is owned by ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Campus Lake Dam built?

Campus Lake Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Campus Lake Dam?

Campus 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 Campus Lake Dam?

Campus Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Campus Lake Dam last inspected?

Campus Lake Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2000. 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.