Cheramie Dam No. 2
Key Takeaway
Cheramie Dam No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 67.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 649 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| NID ID | MS03826 |
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
STEVE CHERAMIE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cheramie Dam No. 2?
Cheramie Dam No. 2 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 Cheramie Dam No. 2?
Cheramie Dam No. 2 is owned by STEVE CHERAMIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Cheramie Dam No. 2?
Cheramie Dam No. 2 serves the following purposes: 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 Cheramie Dam No. 2?
Cheramie Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 21 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.