Cleary Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cleary Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 174 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01280 |
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
CLEARY HEIGHTS HOA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cleary Lake Dam?
Cleary Lake 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 Cleary Lake Dam?
Cleary Lake Dam is owned by CLEARY HEIGHTS HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cleary Lake Dam built?
Cleary Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Cleary Lake Dam?
Cleary 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 Cleary Lake Dam?
Cleary Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Cleary Lake Dam last inspected?
Cleary Lake Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.