Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 95.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,037 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03717 |
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
GRAYS CREEK DEVELOPMENT, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam?
Grays Creek Lake #1 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 Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam?
Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam is owned by GRAYS CREEK DEVELOPMENT, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam built?
Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam?
Grays Creek Lake #1 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 Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam?
Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam last inspected?
Grays Creek Lake #1 Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.