John Starr Dam
Key Takeaway
John Starr Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 75.8% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 784 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 289 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 54 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03254 |
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
JOHN W. STARR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Starr Dam?
John Starr 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 John Starr Dam?
John Starr Dam is owned by JOHN W. STARR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Starr Dam built?
John Starr Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 John Starr Dam?
John Starr 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 John Starr Dam?
John Starr Dam has a dam height of 24 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.