Jack Harris Dam
Key Takeaway
Jack Harris Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 95.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 274 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03290 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jack Harris Dam?
Jack Harris 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 Jack Harris Dam?
Jack Harris Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jack Harris Dam built?
Jack Harris Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Jack Harris Dam?
Jack Harris 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 Jack Harris Dam?
Jack Harris Dam has a dam height of 35 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.