Greg Boyd Lake Dam

UNT OF TALLAHALA CREEK· Hinds, Mississippi· Built 2001· Earth· 26 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Greg Boyd Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 82.3% in MS)
Dam Length475 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge32 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDMS03550

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

GREG BOYD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Greg Boyd Lake Dam?

Greg Boyd 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 Greg Boyd Lake Dam?

Greg Boyd Lake Dam is owned by GREG BOYD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Greg Boyd Lake Dam built?

Greg Boyd Lake Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Greg Boyd Lake Dam?

Greg Boyd 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 Greg Boyd Lake Dam?

Greg Boyd Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.

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.