Holiday Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Holiday Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 70.2% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| NID ID | MS01773 |
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
JAMES M. MOAK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holiday Lake Dam?
Holiday Lake 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 Holiday Lake Dam?
Holiday Lake Dam is owned by JAMES M. MOAK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Holiday Lake Dam?
Holiday 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 Holiday Lake Dam?
Holiday Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Holiday Lake Dam last inspected?
Holiday Lake Dam was last inspected on June 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.