Jack Huerkamp Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jack Huerkamp Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 2,740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 282 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03675 |
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
JACK HUERKAMP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jack Huerkamp Lake Dam?
Jack Huerkamp Lake 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 Huerkamp Lake Dam?
Jack Huerkamp Lake Dam is owned by JACK HUERKAMP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jack Huerkamp Lake Dam built?
Jack Huerkamp Lake Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Huerkamp Lake Dam?
Jack Huerkamp Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jack Huerkamp Lake Dam?
Jack Huerkamp Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.