Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam
Key Takeaway
Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 | 32 ft (taller than 92.6% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 659 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00312 |
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
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam?
Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 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 Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam?
Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam is owned by information not available (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam built?
Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam?
Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 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 Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam?
Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam last inspected?
Chuquatonchee Watershed Structure 06 Dam was last inspected on March 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.