Henry # 1 Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Henry # 1 Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 89.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 927 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 114 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | MS07358 |
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
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Henry # 1 Lake Dam?
Henry # 1 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 Henry # 1 Lake Dam?
Henry # 1 Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Henry # 1 Lake Dam built?
Henry # 1 Lake Dam was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Henry # 1 Lake Dam?
Henry # 1 Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Henry # 1 Lake Dam?
Henry # 1 Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.