Jolly Lake
Key Takeaway
Jolly Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 990 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 276 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02022 |
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
DAVID JOLLY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jolly Lake?
Jolly 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 Jolly Lake?
Jolly Lake is owned by DAVID JOLLY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jolly Lake built?
Jolly Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Jolly Lake?
Jolly 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 Jolly Lake?
Jolly Lake has a dam height of 15 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.