Chief Chisca Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Chief Chisca Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 99% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 236 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01564 |
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
CHICKASAW BLUF PROPERTY ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chief Chisca Lake Dam?
Chief Chisca 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 Chief Chisca Lake Dam?
Chief Chisca Lake Dam is owned by CHICKASAW BLUF PROPERTY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chief Chisca Lake Dam built?
Chief Chisca Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Chief Chisca Lake Dam?
Chief Chisca 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 Chief Chisca Lake Dam?
Chief Chisca Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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.