Dr J Cash King Lake
Key Takeaway
Dr J Cash King Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 181 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01114 |
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
DR J CASH KING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dr J Cash King Lake?
Dr J Cash King 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 Dr J Cash King Lake?
Dr J Cash King Lake is owned by DR J CASH KING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dr J Cash King Lake built?
Dr J Cash King 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 Dr J Cash King Lake?
Dr J Cash King 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 Dr J Cash King Lake?
Dr J Cash King Lake 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.