Henry Hudson Dam
Key Takeaway
Henry Hudson Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 899 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 287 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 48 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03469 |
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
TURKEY PINE PLANTATION, L.P.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Henry Hudson Dam?
Henry Hudson 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 Hudson Dam?
Henry Hudson Dam is owned by TURKEY PINE PLANTATION, L.P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Henry Hudson Dam built?
Henry Hudson Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Hudson Dam?
Henry Hudson 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 Hudson Dam?
Henry Hudson 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.
When was Henry Hudson Dam last inspected?
Henry Hudson Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.