Kemper County Igcc Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Kemper County Igcc Reservoir is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 98.8% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 71 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 788 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03831 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MISSISSIPPI POWER COMPANY
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Kemper County Igcc Reservoir?
Kemper County Igcc Reservoir is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kemper County Igcc Reservoir?
Kemper County Igcc Reservoir is owned by MISSISSIPPI POWER COMPANY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kemper County Igcc Reservoir built?
Kemper County Igcc Reservoir was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Kemper County Igcc Reservoir?
Kemper County Igcc Reservoir serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Navigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kemper County Igcc Reservoir?
Kemper County Igcc Reservoir has a dam height of 44 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 Kemper County Igcc Reservoir last inspected?
Kemper County Igcc Reservoir was last inspected on October 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.