Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam
Key Takeaway
Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 82.3% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 652 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00606 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CHIWAPA WATERSHED DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam?
Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam?
Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam is owned by CHIWAPA WATERSHED DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam built?
Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam?
Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam?
Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam last inspected?
Chiwapa Watershed Structure 13 Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.