J C Gladney Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
J C Gladney Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | MS01713 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DOUG WILLIAMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J C Gladney Lake Dam?
J C Gladney Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates J C Gladney Lake Dam?
J C Gladney Lake Dam is owned by DOUG WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of J C Gladney Lake Dam?
J C Gladney 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 J C Gladney Lake Dam?
J C Gladney Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 J C Gladney Lake Dam last inspected?
J C Gladney Lake Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.