Hoseman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hoseman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 239 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,019 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03693 |
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
C. DELBERT HOSEMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hoseman Lake Dam?
Hoseman 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 Hoseman Lake Dam?
Hoseman Lake Dam is owned by C. DELBERT HOSEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hoseman Lake Dam built?
Hoseman Lake Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Hoseman Lake Dam?
Hoseman 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 Hoseman Lake Dam?
Hoseman Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.