Grey Castle Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Grey Castle Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 82.3% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,614 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 138 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | MS02936 |
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
PETE DEBAUKELAER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grey Castle Lake Dam?
Grey Castle Lake 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 Grey Castle Lake Dam?
Grey Castle Lake Dam is owned by PETE DEBAUKELAER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Grey Castle Lake Dam?
Grey Castle 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 Grey Castle Lake Dam?
Grey Castle 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.
When was Grey Castle Lake Dam last inspected?
Grey Castle Lake Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.