Ed Honeycutt Dam
Key Takeaway
Ed Honeycutt Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 70 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03258 |
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
ED HONEYCUTT
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ed Honeycutt Dam?
Ed Honeycutt 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 Ed Honeycutt Dam?
Ed Honeycutt Dam is owned by ED HONEYCUTT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ed Honeycutt Dam built?
Ed Honeycutt Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Ed Honeycutt Dam?
Ed Honeycutt 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 Ed Honeycutt Dam?
Ed Honeycutt 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.