Hill Lake Dam
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 Length | 474 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | MS07322 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
HILL DEVELOPMENT LLC
Private
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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.