D Herring Dam
Key Takeaway
D Herring Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 124 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03417 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SEVEN OAKS INVESTMENTS, LTD.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of D Herring Dam?
D Herring Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates D Herring Dam?
D Herring Dam is owned by SEVEN OAKS INVESTMENTS, LTD. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was D Herring Dam built?
D Herring Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 D Herring Dam?
D Herring 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 D Herring Dam?
D Herring 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.