Crenshaw Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Crenshaw Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 618 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 376 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | MS00115 |
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
C.R. (BOB) RIDGWAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Crenshaw Lake Dam?
Crenshaw 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 Crenshaw Lake Dam?
Crenshaw Lake Dam is owned by C.R. (BOB) RIDGWAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crenshaw Lake Dam built?
Crenshaw Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Crenshaw Lake Dam?
Crenshaw 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 Crenshaw Lake Dam?
Crenshaw Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.