Fairways Lake Dam

MUDDY CREEK· Warren, Mississippi· Built 1993· Earth· 23 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fairways Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 73.7% in MS)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage616 acre-ft
Surface Area41 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge589 cfs
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDMS03369

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

BACK NINE PARTNERSHIP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fairways Lake Dam?

Fairways Lake 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 Fairways Lake Dam?

Fairways Lake Dam is owned by BACK NINE PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fairways Lake Dam built?

Fairways Lake Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Fairways Lake Dam?

Fairways Lake 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 Fairways Lake Dam?

Fairways Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.