Glen Lake Dam

UNT OF MILL CREEK· Rankin, Mississippi· Built 1984· Earth· 28 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Glen Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 86.6% in MS)
Dam Length790 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage433 acre-ft
Normal Storage252 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge431 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
Year Modified2004
NID IDMS03649

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: December 17, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

M. HUNTER HATTEN & JODY M. HATTEN, ETAL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Glen Lake Dam?

Glen 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 Glen Lake Dam?

Glen Lake Dam is owned by M. HUNTER HATTEN & JODY M. HATTEN, ETAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Glen Lake Dam built?

Glen Lake Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Glen Lake Dam?

Glen 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 Glen Lake Dam?

Glen Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Glen Lake Dam last inspected?

Glen Lake Dam was last inspected on December 17, 2014. 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.