Joe E. Brian Dam
Key Takeaway
Joe E. Brian Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 88.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03371 |
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 E., BRIAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joe E. Brian Dam?
Joe E. Brian 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 Joe E. Brian Dam?
Joe E. Brian Dam is owned by JOE E., BRIAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joe E. Brian Dam built?
Joe E. Brian Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 E. Brian Dam?
Joe E. Brian 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 Joe E. Brian Dam?
Joe E. Brian Dam has a dam height of 29 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.