Joe Allen Lake
Key Takeaway
Joe Allen Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 552 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00301 |
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
JOE ALLEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joe Allen Lake?
Joe Allen 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 Joe Allen Lake?
Joe Allen Lake is owned by JOE ALLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joe Allen Lake built?
Joe Allen Lake was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Joe Allen Lake?
Joe Allen 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 Joe Allen Lake?
Joe Allen Lake has a dam height of 14 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.