Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam
Key Takeaway
Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 67.1% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 828 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 435 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02751 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DEAN RUSSELL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam?
Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam?
Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam is owned by DEAN RUSSELL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam built?
Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam?
Chunky River WS Str 47 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 Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam?
Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam 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.
When was Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam last inspected?
Chunky River WS Str 47 Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.