Fleming Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fleming Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 155 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02574 |
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
RICHARD P. FLEMING, JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fleming Lake Dam?
Fleming 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 Fleming Lake Dam?
Fleming Lake Dam is owned by RICHARD P. FLEMING, JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fleming Lake Dam built?
Fleming Lake Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Fleming Lake Dam?
Fleming 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 Fleming Lake Dam?
Fleming Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.