Dixie Lakes North Dam
Key Takeaway
Dixie Lakes North Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 146 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03482 |
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
MRS. DIXIE DOSSETT
Private
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Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dixie Lakes North Dam?
Dixie Lakes North 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 Dixie Lakes North Dam?
Dixie Lakes North Dam is owned by MRS. DIXIE DOSSETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dixie Lakes North Dam built?
Dixie Lakes North Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Dixie Lakes North Dam?
Dixie Lakes North 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 Dixie Lakes North Dam?
Dixie Lakes North Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Dixie Lakes North Dam last inspected?
Dixie Lakes North Dam was last inspected on April 2, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.