Delta Steam Electric Station Dam
Key Takeaway
Delta Steam Electric Station Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9.6K acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00053 |
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
ENTERGY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Delta Steam Electric Station Dam?
Delta Steam Electric Station 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 Delta Steam Electric Station Dam?
Delta Steam Electric Station Dam is owned by ENTERGY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Delta Steam Electric Station Dam built?
Delta Steam Electric Station Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Delta Steam Electric Station Dam?
Delta Steam Electric Station Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Delta Steam Electric Station Dam?
Delta Steam Electric Station Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Delta Steam Electric Station Dam last inspected?
Delta Steam Electric Station Dam was last inspected on October 24, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.