George W Lee Jr Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
George W Lee Jr Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 67.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 254 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 138 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03556 |
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 W. LEE JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of George W Lee Jr Lake Dam?
George W Lee Jr 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 W Lee Jr Lake Dam?
George W Lee Jr Lake Dam is owned by GEORGE W. LEE JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was George W Lee Jr Lake Dam built?
George W Lee Jr Lake Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 W Lee Jr Lake Dam?
George W Lee Jr 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 W Lee Jr Lake Dam?
George W Lee Jr Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.