George Graves Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
George Graves Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 361 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03392 |
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
GEORGE GRAVES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of George Graves Lake Dam?
George Graves 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 George Graves Lake Dam?
George Graves Lake Dam is owned by GEORGE GRAVES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was George Graves Lake Dam built?
George Graves Lake Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 George Graves Lake Dam?
George Graves 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 George Graves Lake Dam?
George Graves Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.