Charles Pickering Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles Pickering Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.4% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| NID ID | MS02372 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Pickering Lake Dam?
Charles Pickering 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 Charles Pickering Lake Dam?
Charles Pickering Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Charles Pickering Lake Dam?
Charles Pickering 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 Charles Pickering Lake Dam?
Charles Pickering Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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.