Chuquatonchee WS Str 07 Dam
Key Takeaway
Chuquatonchee WS Str 07 Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 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 | 43 ft (taller than 98.7% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 893 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 204 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00313 |
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
MIKE PORTER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chuquatonchee WS Str 07 Dam?
Chuquatonchee WS Str 07 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 Chuquatonchee WS Str 07 Dam?
Chuquatonchee WS Str 07 Dam is owned by MIKE PORTER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chuquatonchee WS Str 07 Dam built?
Chuquatonchee WS Str 07 Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 WS Str 07 Dam?
Chuquatonchee WS Str 07 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 WS Str 07 Dam?
Chuquatonchee WS Str 07 Dam has a dam height of 43 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 WS Str 07 Dam last inspected?
Chuquatonchee WS Str 07 Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.