Joint Venture Lake Dam

DeSoto, Mississippi· Built 1994· Earth· 14 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Joint Venture Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage208 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge300 cfs
Year Completed1994 (32 years old)
NID IDMS03345

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 25, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

PLANTATION LAKES, JOINT VENTURE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Joint Venture Lake Dam?

Joint Venture Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Joint Venture Lake Dam?

Joint Venture Lake Dam is owned by PLANTATION LAKES, JOINT VENTURE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Joint Venture Lake Dam built?

Joint Venture Lake Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Joint Venture Lake Dam?

Joint Venture Lake 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 Joint Venture Lake Dam?

Joint Venture Lake Dam 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.

When was Joint Venture Lake Dam last inspected?

Joint Venture Lake Dam was last inspected on March 25, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.