Colclough Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Colclough Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 92.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 292 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| NID ID | MS07374 |
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
SHAWN COLCLOUGH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Colclough Lake Dam?
Colclough 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 Colclough Lake Dam?
Colclough Lake Dam is owned by SHAWN COLCLOUGH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Colclough Lake Dam?
Colclough 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 Colclough Lake Dam?
Colclough Lake 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.