Hill Lake Dam

UNNAMED STREAM· Prentiss, Mississippi· Built 2017· Earth· 23 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hill Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 73.7% in MS)
Dam Length474 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage49 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2017 (9 years old)
NID IDMS07322

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 24, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

HILL DEVELOPMENT LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hill Lake Dam?

Hill Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hill Lake Dam?

Hill Lake Dam is owned by HILL DEVELOPMENT LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hill Lake Dam built?

Hill Lake Dam was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Hill Lake Dam?

Hill 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 Hill Lake Dam?

Hill Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Hill Lake Dam last inspected?

Hill Lake Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.