Coker Lake
Key Takeaway
Coker Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 40.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 193 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01984 |
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
KERMIT COKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coker Lake?
Coker Lake 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 Coker Lake?
Coker Lake is owned by KERMIT COKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coker Lake built?
Coker Lake was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Coker Lake?
Coker Lake 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 Coker Lake?
Coker Lake has a dam height of 16 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.