Fisher Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fisher Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 5.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 3,006 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 181 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03774 |
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
DAVID FISHER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher Lake 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 Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher Lake Dam is owned by DAVID FISHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fisher Lake Dam built?
Fisher Lake Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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.