Circle M Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Circle M Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 2,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 607 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03603 |
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
W. G. YATES & SONS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Circle M Lake Dam?
Circle M 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 Circle M Lake Dam?
Circle M Lake Dam is owned by W. G. YATES & SONS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Circle M Lake Dam built?
Circle M Lake Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Circle M Lake Dam?
Circle M 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 Circle M Lake Dam?
Circle M Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Circle M Lake Dam last inspected?
Circle M Lake Dam was last inspected on July 27, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.