Doctor L. Rush Lake
Key Takeaway
Doctor L. Rush Lake is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 396 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02571 |
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
DR L RUSH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Doctor L. Rush Lake?
Doctor L. Rush Lake 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 Doctor L. Rush Lake?
Doctor L. Rush Lake is owned by DR L RUSH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Doctor L. Rush Lake built?
Doctor L. Rush Lake was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Doctor L. Rush Lake?
Doctor L. Rush Lake 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 Doctor L. Rush Lake?
Doctor L. Rush Lake has a dam height of 25 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.