J M Burge Road Dam
Key Takeaway
J M Burge Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 82.3% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 248 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 52 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03500 |
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
SOUTHGATE TIMBER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J M Burge Road Dam?
J M Burge Road 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 J M Burge Road Dam?
J M Burge Road Dam is owned by SOUTHGATE TIMBER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was J M Burge Road Dam built?
J M Burge Road Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 M Burge Road Dam?
J M Burge Road 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 M Burge Road Dam?
J M Burge Road Dam has a dam height of 26 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.