Howell Lake
Key Takeaway
Howell Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 414 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02493 |
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
W E HOWELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Howell Lake?
Howell Lake 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 Howell Lake?
Howell Lake is owned by W E HOWELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Howell Lake built?
Howell Lake was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Howell Lake?
Howell Lake 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 Howell Lake?
Howell Lake 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.