Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 56 ft (taller than 99.8% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 578 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 363 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02296 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KELLY GREENWOOD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam?
Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam?
Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam is owned by KELLY GREENWOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam built?
Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam?
Kelly Greenwood 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 Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam?
Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 56 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 Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam last inspected?
Kelly Greenwood Lake Dam was last inspected on December 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.