Dr Porters Dam
Key Takeaway
Dr Porters Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 99.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 745 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 401 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 313 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03488 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DR. WILLIAM PORTER, JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dr Porters Dam?
Dr Porters Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dr Porters Dam?
Dr Porters Dam is owned by DR. WILLIAM PORTER, JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dr Porters Dam built?
Dr Porters Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Porters Dam?
Dr Porters 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 Dr Porters Dam?
Dr Porters Dam has a dam height of 47 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.