Herman Dungan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Herman Dungan Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 88.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 985 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 680 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 68 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 584 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03359 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HERMAN DUNGAN, JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herman Dungan Lake Dam?
Herman Dungan 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 Herman Dungan Lake Dam?
Herman Dungan Lake Dam is owned by HERMAN DUNGAN, JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herman Dungan Lake Dam built?
Herman Dungan 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 Herman Dungan Lake Dam?
Herman Dungan 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 Herman Dungan Lake Dam?
Herman Dungan Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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.