Collin Lake Dam

UNT OF BIG CREEK· Hinds, Mississippi· Earth· 19 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Collin Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. 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 19 ft (taller than 56.6% in MS)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMS01785

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 21, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

DOUGLAS E. GRAY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Collin Lake Dam?

Collin 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 Collin Lake Dam?

Collin Lake Dam is owned by DOUGLAS E. GRAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Collin Lake Dam?

Collin 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 Collin Lake Dam?

Collin 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 Collin Lake Dam last inspected?

Collin Lake Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.