Hunter Cade Dam
Key Takeaway
Hunter Cade Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 664 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 289 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,174 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03567 |
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
HUNTER CADE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunter Cade Dam?
Hunter Cade 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 Hunter Cade Dam?
Hunter Cade Dam is owned by HUNTER CADE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunter Cade Dam built?
Hunter Cade Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Hunter Cade Dam?
Hunter Cade 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 Hunter Cade Dam?
Hunter Cade Dam has a dam height of 18 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.