Francis Galloway Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Francis Galloway Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| NID ID | MS02255 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JAMES L. KERNOP (DECEASED)
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Francis Galloway Lake Dam?
Francis Galloway 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 Francis Galloway Lake Dam?
Francis Galloway Lake Dam is owned by JAMES L. KERNOP (DECEASED) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Francis Galloway Lake Dam?
Francis Galloway 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 Francis Galloway Lake Dam?
Francis Galloway Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.
When was Francis Galloway Lake Dam last inspected?
Francis Galloway Lake Dam was last inspected on April 7, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.