J. C. Stevens Lake
Key Takeaway
J. C. Stevens Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 7 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00246 |
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
J C STEVENS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J. C. Stevens Lake?
J. C. Stevens 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 J. C. Stevens Lake?
J. C. Stevens Lake is owned by J C STEVENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was J. C. Stevens Lake built?
J. C. Stevens Lake was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 J. C. Stevens Lake?
J. C. Stevens 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 J. C. Stevens Lake?
J. C. Stevens Lake has a dam height of 8 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.