Greater Bethlehem Church Dam
Key Takeaway
Greater Bethlehem Church Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 40.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2000 |
| NID ID | MS01739 |
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
GREATER BETHLEHEM TEMPLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greater Bethlehem Church Dam?
Greater Bethlehem Church 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 Greater Bethlehem Church Dam?
Greater Bethlehem Church Dam is owned by GREATER BETHLEHEM TEMPLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greater Bethlehem Church Dam built?
Greater Bethlehem Church Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Greater Bethlehem Church Dam?
Greater Bethlehem Church 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 Greater Bethlehem Church Dam?
Greater Bethlehem Church Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Greater Bethlehem Church Dam last inspected?
Greater Bethlehem Church Dam was last inspected on March 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.