Dave Shipp Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dave Shipp Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 86.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 729 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 76 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03718 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SANDY SHIPP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dave Shipp Lake Dam?
Dave Shipp Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dave Shipp Lake Dam?
Dave Shipp Lake Dam is owned by SANDY SHIPP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dave Shipp Lake Dam built?
Dave Shipp Lake Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Dave Shipp Lake Dam?
Dave Shipp 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 Dave Shipp Lake Dam?
Dave Shipp Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Dave Shipp Lake Dam last inspected?
Dave Shipp Lake Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.