Gayle Evans Lake Dam

Franklin, Mississippi· Earth· 25 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Gayle Evans Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMS02814

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
Last Inspection: July 1, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gayle Evans Lake Dam?

Gayle Evans 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 Gayle Evans Lake Dam?

Gayle Evans Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gayle Evans Lake Dam?

Gayle Evans 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 Gayle Evans Lake Dam?

Gayle Evans Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Gayle Evans Lake Dam last inspected?

Gayle Evans Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.