Hugh Thomasson Lake
Key Takeaway
Hugh Thomasson Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 172 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02546 |
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
HUGH THOMASSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hugh Thomasson Lake?
Hugh Thomasson 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 Hugh Thomasson Lake?
Hugh Thomasson Lake is owned by HUGH THOMASSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hugh Thomasson Lake built?
Hugh Thomasson Lake was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Hugh Thomasson Lake?
Hugh Thomasson 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 Hugh Thomasson Lake?
Hugh Thomasson Lake has a dam height of 12 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.