J. K. Hurdle Lake
Key Takeaway
J. K. Hurdle Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00820 |
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 K HURDLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J. K. Hurdle Lake?
J. K. Hurdle 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. K. Hurdle Lake?
J. K. Hurdle Lake is owned by J K HURDLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was J. K. Hurdle Lake built?
J. K. Hurdle Lake was completed in 1935, making it 91 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. K. Hurdle Lake?
J. K. Hurdle Lake serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is J. K. Hurdle Lake?
J. K. Hurdle Lake has a dam height of 25 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.