Elloybuf One Dam

UNT OF PACES BAYOU· Warren, Mississippi· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Local Government

Key Takeaway

Elloybuf One Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 89.5% in MS)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage46 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge417 cfs
NID IDMS03823

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

WARREN COUNTY WASTE DISPOSAL, INC

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Elloybuf One Dam?

Elloybuf One 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 Elloybuf One Dam?

Elloybuf One Dam is owned by WARREN COUNTY WASTE DISPOSAL, INC (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Elloybuf One Dam?

Elloybuf One Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Elloybuf One Dam?

Elloybuf One Dam has a dam height of 30 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.