Freeman West Dam
Key Takeaway
Freeman West Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56.6% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2011 |
| NID ID | MS03590 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ERWYN FREEMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Freeman West Dam?
Freeman West Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Freeman West Dam?
Freeman West Dam is owned by ERWYN FREEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Freeman West Dam built?
Freeman West Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Freeman West Dam?
Freeman West 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 Freeman West Dam?
Freeman West Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Freeman West Dam last inspected?
Freeman West Dam was last inspected on March 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.