Davis Lake
Key Takeaway
Davis Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 93.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,980 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00307 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Davis Lake?
Davis Lake 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 Davis Lake?
Davis Lake is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davis Lake built?
Davis Lake was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Davis Lake?
Davis Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Davis Lake?
Davis Lake has a dam height of 33 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 Davis Lake last inspected?
Davis Lake was last inspected on June 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.