Country Club Lake
Key Takeaway
Country Club Lake is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 | 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 889 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 461 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02472 |
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
JAMES B. GALLASPY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Country Club Lake?
Country Club Lake 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 Country Club Lake?
Country Club Lake is owned by JAMES B. GALLASPY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Country Club Lake built?
Country Club Lake was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Country Club Lake?
Country Club 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 Country Club Lake?
Country Club Lake has a dam height of 25 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 Country Club Lake last inspected?
Country Club Lake was last inspected on March 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.