Henry Edmondson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Henry Edmondson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 143 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03555 |
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
HENRY EDMONDSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Henry Edmondson Lake Dam?
Henry Edmondson 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 Edmondson Lake Dam?
Henry Edmondson Lake Dam is owned by HENRY EDMONDSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Henry Edmondson Lake Dam built?
Henry Edmondson Lake Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Edmondson Lake Dam?
Henry Edmondson 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 Henry Edmondson Lake Dam?
Henry Edmondson Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.