Crc Dam

UNT OF DRY CREEK· Madison, Mississippi· Built 1990· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Crc Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 70.2% in MS)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage459 acre-ft
Normal Storage320 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDMS03179

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 17, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

KENNETH W. MUNN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crc Dam?

Crc 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 Crc Dam?

Crc Dam is owned by KENNETH W. MUNN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crc Dam built?

Crc Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Crc Dam?

Crc 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 Crc Dam?

Crc Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Crc Dam last inspected?

Crc Dam was last inspected on February 17, 2000. 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.