Deerhaven Dam

UNT OF LIMEKILN CREEK· Madison, Mississippi· Built 1993· Earth· 27 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Deerhaven Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	27 ft (taller than 84.9% in MS)
Dam Length	1,110 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	567 acre-ft
Normal Storage	409 acre-ft

Surface Area	40 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	365 cfs
Year Completed	1993 (33 years old)
NID ID	MS03299

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: February 14, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Deerhaven Dam?

Deerhaven Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Deerhaven Dam?

Deerhaven Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Deerhaven Dam built?

Deerhaven Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Deerhaven Dam?

Deerhaven 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 Deerhaven Dam?

Deerhaven Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Deerhaven Dam last inspected?

Deerhaven Dam was last inspected on February 14, 2023. 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.