Holcomb Dam
Key Takeaway
Holcomb Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 119 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03397 |
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
CHARLIE B. HOLCOMB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holcomb Dam?
Holcomb 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 Holcomb Dam?
Holcomb Dam is owned by CHARLIE B. HOLCOMB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holcomb Dam built?
Holcomb Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Holcomb Dam?
Holcomb 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 Holcomb Dam?
Holcomb Dam has a dam height of 15 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.