Herman Dungan Lake Dam

CHOCTAW CREEK· Jefferson Davis, Mississippi· Built 1997· Earth· 29 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

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 Length2,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage985 acre-ft
Normal Storage680 acre-ft
Surface Area68 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge584 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDMS03359

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

HERMAN DUNGAN, JR.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.