Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam
Key Takeaway
Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is navigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 99.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 6,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 53.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,718 acres |
| Drainage Area | 444 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 204,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03059 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USACE - Mobile District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam?
Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam?
Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam is owned by USACE - Mobile District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam built?
Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam?
Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam serves the following purposes: Navigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam?
Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam last inspected?
Glover Wilkins Lock and Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.